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Scavenger Cells are Accomplices to Viruses

Research led by Joseph Mougous, assistant professor of microbiology at the University of Washington in Seattle, provides new insight into how P. aeruginosa acts as a master colonizer and maintains a competitive advantage over other bacteria.

New Insect-Borne Virus is Discovered

Researchers Study How Fungus Acquires Nutrients

Another Way for Cholera to Cause Disease

Bacteria Change Shape to Survive Overcrowding

Joint Commission Offers Tips for Survey Readiness

WHO Warns Against Use of Inaccurate Blood Tests for Active Tuberculosis

Professional Development for the Infection Preventionist

Risk Factors, Assessment Play Into Orthopedic SSI Prevention

Checklists, Culture of Accountability are Reinvigorating the Patient Safety Movement

Standard Three-Drug H. pylori Therapy Beats Newer Four-Drug Regimens

Quick Test to Diagnose Bacterial or Viral Infection Developed

Infection Prevention in Outpatient, LTC Facilities

Sterile Inventory: Handling With Care

As healthcare delivery evolves, institutions and systems are expanding their campuses to include ambulatory and long-term care facilities. And for infection preventionists working in stand-alone facilities, they must stay up to date on infection prevention imperatives.

Program Emphasizes Importance of Standard Precautions Observance

ICT spoke with Bob Marrs, director of consulting services/field operations for Aesculap, regarding issues relating to proper handling of sterile inventory.

HCWs Can Protect Themselves With PPE, Standard Precautions Compliance

AAMI Announces Medical Devices Summit in October

Investigators Show That the Epidemiology of CDI is Changing

Misdiagnosis of H1N1 Influenza Cases

Evaluating Efficacy of Control Measures for Disease Outbreaks