Take 5 minutes to catch up on Infection Control Today®’s highlights for the week ending February 17, 2023.
Here are 5 highlights from Infection Control Today®'s (ICT®’s) wide-ranging coverage of the infection prevention and control world. Everything from interviews with known opinion leaders to the news that infection preventionists and other health care professionals can use on their jobs.
Epidemic: Pandemic Fatigue and Misinformation as Possible Causes
The triple epidemic or “tripledemic” of influenza, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) may have peaked. What caused the confluence of these viruses to start, and how can we stop it from happening again?
Triple Epidemic: Media Coverage and Advocacy Groups Are Lacking
What can the media do to better cover the "tripledemic," and where are all the advocacy groups for these infectious diseases?
Can Getting a Tattoo Cause Psoriasis, Eczema, and Other Skin Conditions to Flare-Up?
Should an individual with psoriasis or eczema get a tattoo? How a Koebner phenomenon can affect the outcome.
Clostridioides difficile: Examining Bezlotoxumab and Fecal Microbiota Transplantation
These treatments were reviewed in a real-world application to evaluate their effectiveness in preventing recurrences.
COVID-19 Variant and Time Affects Reinfection, According to Recent Study
COVID-19 reinfection chances vary to variant and time since the previous infection, according to a new study.
Gag Order Puts Public Health at Risk, APIC Urges Immediate Action
February 4th 2025APIC warns that the HHS gag order on CDC communications endangers public health, delaying critical infection updates and weakening outbreak response amid rising tuberculosis, avian flu, Ebola, and measles threats.
Breaking Barriers: The Future of HIV Prevention and the Fight for Widespread PrEP Access
January 31st 2025Despite medical advances, HIV prevention faces roadblocks—low PrEP adoption, stigma, and accessibility issues threaten progress. Experts push for innovative, long-acting solutions to end the epidemic.
The Hidden Dangers of Hospital Ventilation: Are We Spreading Viruses Further?
January 31st 2025New research reveals hospital ventilation and air purifiers may unintentionally spread viral particles, increasing infection risks. Infection preventionists must rethink airflow strategies to protect patients and staff.