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5 Overlooked High-Touch Hospital SurfacesWith inadequate disinfection practices, healthcare workers are much more likely to acquire pathogens on their hands after touching these surfaces, potentially passing them on to patients.
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The Unbridled Potential of Electronic Hand Hygiene Monitoring SystemsIn the fight against health care-associated infections, EHHCM systems are a key weapon.
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The Basics: Best Practices for the Effective Use of Disinfectants and Sterilization TechniquesLearn the basics of the critical role of proper disinfection and sterilization in health care settings, addressing key considerations, best practices, challenges, and future trends.
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Make Personal Protective Equipment Fit Sterile ProcessingThe successful combination of products and the adoption and application of science-based practices will help the sterile processing profession rise above challenges to protecting frontline technicians.
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Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) Bioluminescence Testing and PerformanceIn 2003, the CDC recommended hospitals to clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces. Later, they advised hospitals to closely supervise cleaning procedures near patients. This article explains what IPC personnel need to know about ATP testing.
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I’m Not Just an Infection PreventionistInfection preventionists (IP) can come from many different backgrounds. This is 1 opinion from 1 very successful IP who doesn't have an RN or a BSN and the bullying that sometimes occurs.
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Mosquito-Borne Pathogens and Climate Change: The Case of West Nile VirusThe article discusses the increased risk of mosquito-borne diseases, such as West Nile Virus (WNV), in the US due to climate change. It explores the transmission, clinical aspects, and prevention measures of WNV, emphasizing the importance of public awareness and action in mitigating the impact of these diseases.
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Forgotten Patients: The Immunocompromised Are Being Left BehindImmunocompromised individuals are at higher risk of contracting COVID-19. But do the current treatments protect them? If not, then what needs to be done?
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Viewpoint: Omicron Surges Because Prevention Practices DriftedAs infection preventionists, we need to request that hospitals dust off the practices that were implemented during 2020. We need to reiterate that vaccination does not prevent infections, only severe illness.
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Investment in Environmental Services Saves Money and Lives, Boosts Morale: An Example From GenevaEnvironmental services teams (EVS) are crucial players in ensuring patient satisfaction and combating health care–associated infections, yet, too many EVS teams are invisible. They deserve recognition, and this article by environmental hygiene experts explains why and how to give appreciation effectively.
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COVID-19 Hospital Stays Disrupt Long-Term Health, Financial StabilityClose to 85% of people hospitalized with COVID-19 said that they were not back to their pre-COVID lifestyle 1 month later, says the study.
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Could Empathy Help Overcome Vaccine Hesitancy?Research findings reveal that correcting misinformation about vaccination can remarkably transform individuals' attitudes toward it. This highlights the crucial role of accurate information in making informed decisions about vaccination.
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The Case for Merging Environmental Services and Infection Prevention Departments in HospitalsPreventable health care-associated infections (pHAIs) cost US health care facilities up to $123 million per day.
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First Responders Tackle Infection Control and Prevention ChallengesHow did first responders and firefighters navigate the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath? Two firefighters/EMTs describe what that time was like for them.
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Clarifying Eligibility for the CIC Examination: Insights From CBIC Executive DirectorThe Executive Director of the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC) addresses the eligibility guidelines for the Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) examination. While designed for success, these guidelines are not requirements, ensuring inclusivity for candidates from diverse infection prevention backgrounds. The CBIC emphasizes readiness and offers support to prospective CIC candidates.
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Infection Prevention Is Key in a Neonatal Intensive Care UnitThe smallest hospital patients need extra care to be protected from infectious disease. This article series examines the NICU from both a physician and infection preventionist perspective.
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Arcturus COVID-19 Variant: What Is Different From Past VariantsYet another subvariant. But what makes this one different? Should we be more concerned?
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Good Adherence Involves More Than Just a ChecklistInfection preventionists have been measuring hand hygiene with very little change in practice or retention of proper practice. Now is the time to think of new ways to improve hand hygiene and patient outcomes.
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Investment in Environmental Services Saves Money and Lives, Boosts Morale: An Example From GenevaEnvironmental services teams (EVS) are crucial players in ensuring patient satisfaction and combating health care–associated infections, yet, too many EVS teams are invisible. They deserve recognition, and this article by environmental hygiene experts explains why and how to give appreciation effectively.
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Latest Advancements in Infection Prevention TechnologyPrograms seeking to implement advances in health care epidemiology must critically evaluate their impact on infection prevention processes, patient safety, and cost prior to wholesale adoption.
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Infection Prevention and Control Are Crucial in Dialysis SettingsThe hemodialysis setting presents a challenge for environmental cleaning and disinfection because of the demand for rapid turnover of stations.
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Focus on 4 Foundations of Patient SafetyHealth care-associated infection-reducing initiatives are vital to keeping patients safe.
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Infection Control and Prevention in the Outpatient Physical Office SettingUnlike hospitals, ambulatory settings have traditionally lacked adequate infrastructure and resources to support infection prevention and monitoring.
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Bacterial Transmission in Anesthesia Work Areas Explains Surgical Site InfectionsA recent study offers potential solutions to the frequent occurrence of surgical site infections, despite the sterile environment of surgical fields.
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Latest Advancements in Infection Prevention TechnologyPrograms seeking to implement advances in health care epidemiology must critically evaluate their impact on infection prevention processes, patient safety, and cost prior to wholesale adoption.
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Ethical and Practical Considerations Surrounding Mandatory VaccinationInfection preventionists and the hospital leadership teams need to communicate with all stakeholders to balance the health of the community and protect the current and future workforce.
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The Hardest Question in Infection Control: Did You Perform Hand Hygiene?Everyone in health care knows the importance of hand hygiene, but adherence in health care is often below 50%, and having a conversation regarding hand hygiene adherence with a coworker can be uncomfortable. What can an organization do to increase hand hygiene adherence?
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The Advantages and Disadvantages of Using a Hand Hygiene Monitoring SystemHand hygiene requirements for inpatient health care are numerous and varied. An electronic system to help monitor adherence with some indications benefits the hospital, although it may also introduce some drawbacks.
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Implementing Infection Control Protocols in Turbomachinery Manufacturing EnvironmentsExplore the challenges and innovations in infection control protocols for turbomachinery manufacturing. Discover the role of automation, IoT, and employee training in safeguarding health and productivity.
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The Role of Health Care Laundry in Infection PreventionEnvironmental sources of pathogen organisms can sometimes be difficult to narrow down in a health care facility. One possible source of transmission is the laundry used, and not maintaining strict cleanliness attention can put both patients and workers at risk.
