Infection Intel, IDWeek 2023 Edition
This edition of Infection Intel from Infection Control Today covers infection control and prevention company news out of IDWeek, being held in Boston, Massachusetts, from October 11 to 15, 2023.
Infection Intel is a new column for Infection Control Today® (ICT®) that will cover the latest news, including new products, updates on developments, mergers, and more from companies in the infection control and prevention field.
Infection Intel is a new column for Infection Control Today® (ICT®) that will cover the latest news, including new products, updates on developments, mergers, and more from companies in the infection control and prevention field. This edition is about the news coming from IDWeek in Boston, Massachusetts, October 11 to 15, 2023.
IDWeek is held in Boston, Massachusetts, from October 11 to 15, 2023. It is a conference “geared toward health care professionals in infectious diseases and health care epidemiology and prevention, including researchers, clinicians, quality, and patient safety practitioners, epidemiologists, pharmacists, and public health officials, including those who see HIV and pediatric patients.”
From the Derby to the Decontam Room: Leadership Lessons for Sterile Processing
April 27th 2025Elizabeth (Betty) Casey, MSN, RN, CNOR, CRCST, CHL, is the SVP of Operations and Chief Nursing Officer at Surgical Solutions in Overland, Kansas. This SPD leader reframes preparation, unpredictability, and teamwork by comparing surgical services to the Kentucky Derby to reenergize sterile processing professionals and inspire systemic change.
Show, Tell, Teach: Elevating EVS Training Through Cognitive Science and Performance Coaching
April 25th 2025Training EVS workers for hygiene excellence demands more than manuals—it requires active engagement, motor skills coaching, and teach-back techniques to reduce HAIs and improve patient outcomes.
The Rise of Disposable Products in Health Care Cleaning and Linens
April 25th 2025Health care-associated infections are driving a shift toward disposable microfiber cloths, mop pads, and curtains—offering infection prevention, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency in one-time-use solutions.
Phage Therapy’s Future: Tackling Antimicrobial Resistance With Precision Viruses
April 24th 2025Bacteriophage therapy presents a promising alternative to antibiotics, especially as antimicrobial resistance continues to increase. Dr. Ran Nir-Paz discusses its potential, challenges, and future applications in this technology.
