COVID-19

Masking during airline travel was halted yesterday by a federal judge, while other places, like Philadelphia, have re-implemented masking mandates.

However, a large-scale randomized controlled trial in health care is needed.

Take 5 minutes to catch up on Infection Control Today’s highlights for the week ending April 15.

Patient pressure is a key driver of primary care providers to prescribe antibiotics.

Despite some benefits, challenges continue with implemented mitigation strategies for children and IPs. 

Remembering the COVID-19 pandemic and supply chain issues, investigators study the efficacy of reusing N95 FFRs.

Susan “Suzy” Scott, MSN, RN, WOC Nurse, also speaks to Infection Control Today® about incident tracking and electronic medical records.

After an Expo like no other, Dennis looks forward to the 70th year of advocacy for perioperative nurses.

Take 5 minutes to catch up on Infection Control Today’s highlights for the week ending April 8.

Evidence shows the BA.2 variant is more infectious and virulent than the Omicron variant.

A recent study's results also could indicate how other vaccinations, including COVID-19 and pneumonia, affect patients.

Take 5 minutes to catch up on Infection Control Today’s highlights for the week ending April 1.

The COVID-19 pandemic strengthened the relationship between infection preventionists and clinicians, but how can both parties ensure continued collaboration?

The FDA authorized a second booster for both Pfizer and Moderna vaccination recipients 4 months after first booster shot.

Rethinking the application of air disinfection in the era of COVID-19.

IPs can provide valuable input on construction projects, water safety, and ventilation.

Take 5 minutes to catch up on Infection Control Today’s highlights for the week ending March 25.

Investigators concluded that HCPs can safely return to work after 7 days of quarantine if they test negative for COVID-19 on days 5 to 7.

The dose is half the antigen amount for adults but with similar amount of titers.

Other nations, such as Sweden and Australia, outperformed the US metrics.

The FDA approved the Moderna vaccine as a 2-dose primary series for persons 18 years of age and older earlier this year.

Summary: Take 5 minutes to catch up on Infection Control Today’s highlights for the week ending March 18.

The study examined the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on specific types of infections, including MRSA and CDIs.

Ratings, ownership, and prior infection control citations of facilities were not consistent outcome indicators.

Pfizer CEO, Albert Bourla, said in nationally televised interview that it is necessary to fend off waning protection.