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CDC Protocols Cut Dialysis Infections

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released results of its Dialysis Bloodstream Infection Prevention Collaborative showing a 32 ...read more

Antimicrobial Resistance

The resistance of bacteria to antibiotics and similar drugs—called antimicrobials—is considered a major public health threat by the Food and Drug ...read more

Clostridium difficile

This report explores the essentials of Clostridium difficile, one of the most problematic pathogens facing healthcare institutions today. It provides ...read more

Clostridium difficile

Infection Control Today reports on the prevalence of Clostridium difficile, including hospitals' efforts to prevent and control this ...read more

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Putting Gloves to the Test

Putting Gloves to the Test Material testing: a manufacturer's strong point By Lisa Arnseth Whether a procedure is being performed in the OR or in an exam room, gloves are a crucial part of the job. Evaluating the durability of the glove under a variety of situations is not ...More
April 1, 2001
Posted in Articles, Environmental Hygiene, Hand Hygiene, PPE & Standard Precautions
Key Considerations for Medical Glove Selection

Key Considerations for Medical Glove Selection By Deborah Davis, MS, MBA Infection control is a vital concern in healthcare today, and intelligent and informed use of personal protective equipment is a critical component of your facility's infection control program. Medical ...More
April 1, 2001
Posted in Articles, Environmental Hygiene, Hand Hygiene, PPE & Standard Precautions
Surgery and Central Processing Relationships: A Survey

Surgery and Central Processing Relationships: A Survey By Jack Donaldson, BSN, CNOR, CSPDM and Kathy Donaldson, RN, CNOR, CSPDT A survey designed to explore Central Processing Department (CPU) staff attitudes regarding their relationship with the Operating Rooms (OR) of ...More
April 1, 2001
Posted in Articles
Infection Control in Robotic-Driven Operating Rooms

Infection Control in Robotic-Driven Operating Rooms New OR Designs Support Automation and Help "Keep It Clean" By Scott Hazlett, AIA Advancements in technology continue to drive increased automation in the OR. The trend toward minimally invasive surgical ...More
April 1, 2001
Posted in Articles, PPE & Standard Precautions
Preoperative Measures to Prevent Surgical Site Infections

We regret to report there has been an error in the April, 2001 issue of Infection Control Today®. In the Best Practices article entitled “Preoperative Measures to Prevent Surgical Site Infections,” by Carolyn A. Ramsey, we incorrectly labeled the answer for test question #8 ...More
April 1, 2001
Posted in Articles
HIV Becoming Women's Disease

CHICAGO-A new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Associationsays HIV is increasingly becoming a women's disease. Further research is necessary on HIV pathogenesis and therapy in women. The study reviewed surveillance and prospective cohort studies ...More
March 30, 2001
Posted in News
Calypte Biomedical Awarded ISO Certification

ALAMEDA, Calif-Calypte Biomedical Corporation has received IS 9001, EN 46001, and ISO 13485 certification. ISO certification is recognized for the using best manufacturing practices in a wide variety of products, including medical devices. ISO is an international standards ...More
March 29, 2001
Posted in News
Sexually Risky Behavior Increasing

ATLANTA, Ga-The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that a recent syphilis outbreak in Southern California has alerted officials of increased risky behavior. The outbreak in men who have sex with men (MSM) indicates that rates of unsafe sex are on the ...More
March 29, 2001
Posted in News
Ansell Healthcare Awarded Product Line Award

REDBANK, NJ-Frost and Sullivan have awarded Ansell Healthcare, Inc., the 2000 Market Engineering Award for Product Line Strategy. Ansell Healthcare is a manufacturer of barrier protective products. The company has been recognized for its ability to optimize their product ...More
March 22, 2001
Posted in News, PPE & Standard Precautions
Paratek Appoints New Vice President

BOSTON-Paratek Pharmaceuticals, Inc., has appointed S. Ken Tanaka, Ph.D, as vice president of research and development. Tanaka's primary responsibilities with Paratek will be to oversee the company's innovative tetracycline and MAR (Multiple Antibiotic Resistance) programs, ...More
March 22, 2001
Posted in News