Slide Show: Antibiotic-Resistant Infections
The U.S. is doing a better job of preventing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), but more work is needed â especially in fighting antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)’s latest Vital Signs report urges healthcare workers to use a combination of infection control recommendations to better protect patients from these infections. The report can be accessed at: http://www.cdc.gov/vitalsigns/protect-patients/index.html/.
Health Care Linens: An Underrecognized Risk in Infection Prevention and Control
October 2nd 2024Health care linens are critical yet overlooked infection risks. Ensure proactive management by auditing laundering processes to prevent contamination and safeguard patient health across care settings. Read this article by Alexander Sundermann, DrPH, CIC, FAPIC.
Pseudomonas aeruginosa: Infection Risks, Challenges, and Breakthroughs for Health Care Professionals
September 19th 2024Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a highly virulent pathogen, poses significant risks to immunocompromised patients, presenting challenges in treatment due to its antibiotic resistance and environmental persistence.
How Cleaning Medical Equipment Directly Affects Patient Safety and Equipment Longevity
September 16th 2024Hospital-associated infections affect over 1 million US patients annually. Proper medical equipment cleaning and sterilization significantly reduce infection risks, improving patient outcomes and safety.
Top 3 Secrets to Effective Infection Prevention and Control Through Strategic MDRO Surveillance
September 13th 2024Sean Brown’s 2024 Disease Prevention Summit presentation emphasized leveraging technology, prioritizing high-risk patients, and environmental surveillance to enhance infection prevention and control strategies.
