Weekly Rounds: C diff and Candida auris Recontamination, Disrupting HAI Transmission, and More
Take 5 minutes to catch up on Infection Control Today’s highlights for the week ending May 6.
Here are 5 highlights from ICT®’s wide-ranging coverage of the infection prevention and control world. Everything from interviews with known opinion leaders, to the news that infection preventionists and other health care professionals can use on their jobs.
Can C difficile Infection Be Spread Via Hospital Beds?
A patient has a higher risk of infection of C difficile in a hospital bed that previously held a patient who also had C difficile.
Candida auris Rapidly Recontaminates Surfaces Around Patients’ Beds Despite Cleaning and Disinfection
Candida auris environmental contamination is unlikely to be adequately controlled because re-contamination occurs within hours after disinfection.
Surface Disinfection Incompatibility Does Not Support Effective Cleaning and Disinfection
The surface material and product damage caused by new advances in disinfection technology must be addressed for patient safety.
Environmental Measures Disrupt Transmission of HAIs
Time, staff, and budget constraints make it difficult to expand HAI mitigation programs despite the obvious and urgent need to do so.
WHO’s World Hand Hygiene Day for Infection Preventionists: Unite for Safety: Clean Your Hands
PDI’s director of clinical affairs speaks with ICT® about the annual focus on the most fundamental way to protect patients and health care workers alike.
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.
