Survey of Epidemiologists Reveals Support for Smallpox Vaccination
The Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America, Inc. (SHEA) recently conducted an email survey of its members to gauge opinion about smallpox vaccination.
Of the approximately 1,000 SHEA members to whom the survey announcement was emailed, 198 (20 percent) completed the survey. Overall, 111 (56 percent) supported the plan to vaccinate volunteer teams of healthcare workers, 53 (27 percent) were opposed, and 34 (17 percent) were undecided.
Broadening the Path: Diverse Educational Routes Into Infection Prevention Careers
July 4th 2025Once dominated by nurses, infection prevention now welcomes professionals from public health, lab science, and respiratory therapy—each bringing unique expertise that strengthens patient safety and IPC programs.
How Contaminated Is Your Stretcher? The Hidden Risks on Hospital Wheels
July 3rd 2025Despite routine disinfection, hospital surfaces, such as stretchers, remain reservoirs for harmful microbes, according to several recent studies. From high-touch areas to damaged mattresses and the effectiveness of antimicrobial coatings, researchers continue to uncover persistent risks in environmental hygiene, highlighting the critical need for innovative, continuous disinfection strategies in health care settings.
Beyond the Surface: Rethinking Environmental Hygiene Validation at Exchange25
June 30th 2025Environmental hygiene is about more than just shiny surfaces. At Exchange25, infection prevention experts urged the field to look deeper, rethink blame, and validate cleaning efforts across the entire care environment, not just EVS tasks.
