Scope-Related Infections THE CHALLENGES ARE DECADES OLD, BUT HAVE THE PROCESSES IMPROVED?
By Jennifer Schraag
Healthcare Providers Tackle Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia With Progressive Programs By Michelle Beaver
vCJD Presents Myriad Challenges to the SPD By Jennifer Schraag
Hospitals Tap Into Creative Solutions to Prevent Sharps-Related Injuries By Michelle Beaver
Comparison Study of the Growth Promotion Capabilities of Self Contained Biological Indicator Culture Medium in Extended Steam Sterilization Cycles By Charles Hughes, Gary Socola, Donald Tumminelli, and Mike Nolan
An Old Bug With New Strain Compounds Infection Control Challenges By Kay Bixler, BSc
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A Helping Hand: Innovative Approaches to Expanding Hand Hygiene Programs in Acute Care Settings
July 9th 2025Who knew candy, UV lights, and a college kid in scrubs could double hand hygiene adherence? A Pennsylvania hospital’s creative shake-up of its infection prevention program shows that sometimes it takes more than soap to get hands clean—and keep them that way.
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.