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The Infection Control Today® personal protective equipment page offers written and video content on the proper use and—during the time of COVID-19 surges—reuse of PPE, including masks, respirators, gloves, gowns, face shields, goggles, and more. What are the proper donning and doffing methods? How long can PPE be extended? How are these items decontaminated? What comprises proper fit testing? Our experts will tell you.

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Overprescribing antibiotics leads to resistant bacteria.  (Adobe Stock 781753646 by Shadidah)
Strengthening Defenses: Integrating Infection Control With Antimicrobial Stewardship

October 11th 2024

Use this handout to explain the basics of why infection prevention and control and antimicrobial stewardship are essential and how the 2 fields must have a unified approach to patient and staff safety

Annie Depasquale, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician and founder of Collaborating Docs.  (Image courtesy of Collaborating Docs.)
NP and PA-Led Practices: A Possible Remedy for Health Care Worker Burnout

October 8th 2024

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Barrier Against Infection: Importance and Challenges of Isolation Room Cleaning in Hospitals

October 4th 2024

Getting ready for a medical appointment.  (Photo credit to author.)
If You Are Immunocompromised, Do Not Despair: Plan and Prepare for Medical Care

October 4th 2024

An older woman is in her home with the home care worker.   (Adobe Stock 601869653 by Chanelle Malambo/peopleimages.com)
Promoting FPE Adherence Among Home Care Workers: Key Factors and Strategies

September 18th 2024

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