Prevention

The Infection Control Today® prevention page contains news and information on the latest updates on all facets of infection prevention. From vaccinations and immunizations to controlling air and water flow in a health care system, preventing infections falls not only on the infection prevention staff, but on all who interact within the hospital, from environmental services teams to those planning and building new construction.

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Oral Care to Prevent VAP and NV-HAP: Where Art Thou?

November 13th 2024

Non-ventilator hospital-acquired pneumonia (NV-HAP) is a prevalent, preventable infection. Improved oral care protocols and provider education are essential to reducing NV-HAP rates and improving patient outcomes.

A 3-D Approach to Environmental Cleaning
The Role Of 3-Dimensional (3-D) Cleaning in Health Care

November 13th 2024

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Addressing the Health Care Workforce Shortage: Strategies for Improving Patient Care and Reducing Burnout

November 12th 2024

Clean Hospitals Corner with Alexandra Peters, PhD
Clean Hospitals Corner With Alexandra Peters, PhD: The Issues Around Outsourcing

November 7th 2024

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The Critical Role of Rapid Diagnostics in Antibiotic Stewardship

November 6th 2024

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