FDA Finds Genetic Match in Pistachio Investigation
CIDRAP is reporting today that the FDA has found a match of the genetic fingerprint between environmental samples taken at Setton Farms' California pistachio processing plant and a finished-product sample at the same plant. To read the rest of this news item, CLICK HERE. To access the latest on the FDA’s investigation into salmonellosis caused by pistachio products, CLICK HERE.
Endoscopes and Lumened Instruments: New Studies Highlight Persistent Contamination Risks
May 7th 2025Two new studies reveal troubling contamination in both new endoscopes and cleaned lumened surgical instruments, challenging the reliability of current reprocessing practices and manufacturer guidelines.
Happy Hand Hygiene Day! Rethinking Glove Use for Safer, Cleaner, and More Ethical Health Care
May 5th 2025Despite their protective role, gloves are often misused in health care settings—undermining hand hygiene, risking patient safety, and worsening environmental impact. Alexandra Peters, PhD, points out that this misuse deserves urgent attention, especially today, World Hand Hygiene Day.
