Take 5 minutes to catch up on Infection Control Today®’s highlights for the week ending January 21, 2024.
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.
Nurturing the Spirit: A Look Into the Well-Being of Infection Preventionists
In the dynamic realm of infection prevention, professionals face both the potential for impactful contributions and the risk of burnout. The delicate balance between the highs and lows prompts an exploration into factors influencing the well-being of infection preventionists.
Revolutionizing Patient Engagement: Healthvana's AI-Powered Approach
Ramin Bastani, Healthvana's CEO, unveils the groundbreaking AI Navigator/Chatbot enhancing patient engagement in sexual health clinics. The HIPAA-compliant tool streamlines inquiries boosts efficiency and prioritizes patient benefits.
Advancing Diabetic Foot Care: A Conversation With Gary M. Rothenberg, DPM
Explore diabetic foot care insights with Gary M. Rothenberg, Director of Medical Affairs at Podimetrics. Learn about prevention, remote monitoring, and the multidisciplinary approach to mitigate the risks of amputations.
Insights From the Clean Index Survey: Navigating Challenges in the Cleaning Industry
CloroxPro's Clean Index Survey uncovers burnout and confidence challenges in cleaning professionals. The insights guide the industry towards solutions, emphasizing support and training for a resilient cleaning workforce.
AI-Driven Predictive Analytics: Transforming Drug Development
VeriSIM Life, a health care technology company, utilizes AI to forecast drug candidates' clinical success, accelerating development and reducing costs. Founder and CEO Jo Varshney discusses successful applications, challenges, privacy standards, and advice for leveraging AI in health care operations.
Unraveling a Candida auris Outbreak: Infection Control Challenges in a Burn ICU
March 19th 2025A Candida auris outbreak in a burn intensive care unit (BICU) in Illinois has highlighted the persistent challenges of infection control in high-risk health care settings. Despite rigorous containment efforts, this multidrug-resistant fungal pathogen continued to spread, underscoring the need for enhanced prevention strategies, environmental monitoring, and genomic surveillance.
Unmasking Long COVID: Dr Noah Greenspan on Recovery, Research Gaps, and the Future of Treatment
March 18th 2025Dr Noah Greenspan discusses the evolving understanding of long COVID, current treatment strategies, diagnostic challenges, and the critical need for research and awareness in post-viral syndromes.