Weekly Rounds: Fighting Cryptococcus Worldwide; Tattoo Infections, and More
Take 5 minutes to catch up on Infection Control Today®’s highlights for the week ending February 10, 2023.
Here are 5 highlights from Infection Control Today®'s (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.
ICCC in Uganda: Fighting Cryptococcus Worldwide
Experts from around the world shared new data about cryptococcus at the recent International Conference on Cryptococcus & Cryptococcosis (ICCC) in Uganda.
Hot Topics in IPC: Updates on EzriCare Artificial Tears, the Bird Flu, and COVID-19
Saskia v. Popescu, PhD, MPH, MA, CIC, discusses the latest in the artificial tears infection alert and in the bird flu—and good news for COVID-19—for February 10, 2023.
Is Your Professional Tattoo Artist Protecting You Against Infections?
What should individuals getting a tattoo look for to protect themselves from infection? This is the first article in a series on tattoo safety.
How Long Does C Difficile Linger in a Hospital Room? One Study Shows a Year
Can a patient catch C difficile if the previous hospital room occupant had it?
Do Antidepressants Facilitate Antimicrobial Resistance?
A new study shows antibiotics are not the only widely used pharmaceuticals that can induce the emergence of treatment-resistant bacteria.
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.
