HAIs

The Infection Control Today® health care-acquired infections (HAIs) page presents updates on the latest techniques and strategies in the never-ending battle between infection preventionists and HAIs. Focusing on the latest in medical literature, we also present perspectives from the top infection preventionists and other medical experts in the country about how to put the growing knowledge of HAIs into use in the everyday world of infection prevention. Articles and videos often focus on methods to contain and control pathogens and multidrug-resistant organisms from spreading within the health care system.

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Defending Health Care Facilities: Winter Pest Control and Sanitation Strategies

December 2nd 2023

Cold weather can attract pests seeking warmth and shelter in health care facilities. Learn effective strategies, including sanitation and pest management, to protect patients this winter.

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Weekly Rounds: Preventing Respiratory Diseases in Pregnancy, Diabetes Awareness Month, and More

December 1st 2023

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Understanding Infection Risks for Patients With Diabetes During Diabetes Awareness Month

November 30th 2023

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Weekly Rounds: Happy Thanksgiving Weekend! AMR, Class Action Lawsuits, and More

November 24th 2023

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Infection Intel: "Going Blue: Confronting the AMR Challenge" –A Call to Action for World AMR Awareness Week

November 22nd 2023