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Show, Tell, Teach: Elevating EVS Training Through Cognitive Science and Performance CoachingTraining EVS workers for hygiene excellence demands more than manuals—it requires active engagement, motor skills coaching, and teach-back techniques to reduce HAIs and improve patient outcomes.
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“A Coup Against Science”: Health Groups Decry Kennedy’s Firing of National Vaccine Advisory PanelHealth leaders are outraged after HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. abruptly fired all 17 members of the CDC’s vaccine advisory panel, calling it a political purge that threatens public trust and vaccine safety.
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Don’t Stop with Disinfecting Surfaces – Clean the Air to Decrease COVID-19Researchers from China recommend disinfecting the air, alongside, sanitizing surfaces, to reduce exposures and transmission.
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One Step Forward, 2 Back: CDC's Proposals for Infection Control in Health Care FacilitiesIn this opinion article, the authors discuss their concerns about the recent HICPAC/CDC proposals on infectious diseases.
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High-Consequence Infectious Disease Prepare in Partnership: Infection Prevention and Emergency ManagementInfection prevention and emergency management form a crucial alliance in combating high-consequence infectious diseases (HCIDs), ensuring swift preparedness, safety, and effective patient care.
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Navigating the Emotional Landscape of Climate Change and Infectious Diseases: Insights and Strategies for ResilienceIn a world grappling with climate change and infectious diseases, emotional well-being plays a crucial role. Emotional intelligence is key, addressing the toll on health care professionals managing infectious diseases amid climate change.
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Fans, Filters, Rays, or Ions?Rethinking the application of air disinfection in the era of COVID-19.
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Updates for the Prevention and Treatment of Central Line Associated Bloodstream InfectionsThe latest news on CLABSIs in the pediatric population is presented at IDWeek 2023.
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Rare Infectious Diseases: A TutorialWhat do clinicians, infection preventionists, and environmental hygiene personnel do when faced with rare infectious diseases? Matt Pullen, MD, gives ICT® readers a tutorial.
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Physicians Sound Alarm: Vaccine Misinformation and Policy Failures Threaten US Public HealthIn 2025, vaccine science is thriving—but trust is faltering. ICT and Medical Economics convene experts to examine policy shifts, hesitancy, and the path forward through evidence and empathy.
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Paper Waste in Health Care: Reducing Health and Environmental ImpactDive into the scope of paper waste in the health care industry, its environmental toll, and strategies to reduce paper waste while balancing the needs of health care settings.
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Inpatient and Outpatient Clinics Must Monitor Fomites as Part of IPC ProtocolsThorough cleaning and disinfection reduce the role fomites play in the spread of disease.
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WHO's 2024 Global Report: Strengthening Infection Prevention and Control Programs at the Facility LevelKey Takeaways from WHO’s 2024 Global Report and Insights from Real-world Experience
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Far-UVC Is a Public Health Tool We Need NowHealth care-associated infections pose a global threat. In the op-ed, experts advocate for Far-UVC light as a safe, effective tool to reduce airborne pathogens, enhancing infection control in hospitals and public spaces.
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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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Containing Outbreak of Carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii in a COVID-19 WardUsing COVID-19 precautions, and enhanced contact precautions and environmental hygiene, a COVID-19 isolation ward was able to contain an outbreak of CRAB.
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The Impact of HIV After the VirusAt IDWeek 2023, a presenter uses HIV as a model to understand the post-acute sequelae of viral infections.
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Beyond the Scalpel: Why Localized Drug Delivery Could Be the Key to Reducing Surgical Site InfectionsWith surgical site infections on the rise, experts argue that systemic antibiotics fall short, and targeted drug delivery may be the future of surgical infection prevention.
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How Emerging Technologies Increase Hand Hygiene Adherence and Reduce InfectionsHealth care-associated infections (HAIs) affect over 680,000 patients annually in the U.S. Unlike manual methods, automated hand hygiene monitoring can significantly improve compliance and reduce HAIs.
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Telehealth and Home Care: Reducing Infection Risks for High-Risk PatientsTelehealth and home care are vital for protecting high-risk patients by minimizing infection exposure, enhancing safety, and supporting prevention with technology-driven, home-based health solutions.
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Eco-Friendly Cleaning: Boosting Employee Wellness and Workplace ProductivityEco-friendly cleaning in workplaces reduces health risks from harsh chemicals, improving employee wellness, reducing sick days, and enhancing productivity through better indoor air quality.
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Leveraging BIM to Enhance Infection Control in Health Care Facility DevelopmentBuilding Information Modeling (BIM) plays a pivotal role in designing health care facilities that minimize infection risks, promoting efficient planning, and coordination while reducing construction challenges.
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The Impact of HIV After the VirusAt IDWeek 2023, a presenter uses HIV as a model to understand the post-acute sequelae of viral infections.
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A Spectroscopic Solution for Strain Typing and DiscriminationInfrared (IR) spectroscopy demonstrates promise for rapid strain typing of yeast and bacteria, which could help improve proactive infection control strategies in health care settings.
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CDC's Recommendation for Hepatitis C Testing in Infants Exposed During Perinatal PeriodThe CDC recommends HCV testing for perinatally exposed infants and children to address the increasing incidence of hepatitis C among reproductive-age individuals, focusing on early detection and appropriate care.
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Surging or Shackled? Flu Season Could Go Either WayThe season of respiratory tract infections is upon us. Influenza, rhinovirus, respiratory syncytial virus, and pertussis—as well as COVID-19—once again are attacking many individuals across the US and worldwide.
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Why Clinical Expertise Is the Cornerstone to Your Most Profitable Business LinePerioperative nurses bring vital skills in patient safety, infection control, and quality improvement. They enhance surgical outcomes and support health care systems during complex, high-risk procedures.
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Infections in Hospitals Are Rising—The Nose Is a Primary SourceRates of health care-associated infections rose during the COVID-19 pandemic. Investigators have found that often the infections came from the patients themselves. But how?
