Environmental Services Week is Sept. 14-20, 2008, a time to show support and appreciation for healthcare environmental services and housekeeping departments (and a good time to recognize their infection prevention efforts!) For details, go to the American Society for Healthcare Environmental Services (ASHES) Web site at: www.ashes.org
Silent Saboteurs: Managing Endotoxins for Sepsis-Free Sterilization
Invisible yet deadly, endotoxins evade traditional sterilization methods, posing significant risks during routine surgeries. Understanding and addressing their threat is critical for patient safety.