Weekly Rounds with Infection Control Today: Keeping an Eye on Mu, Pediatric COVID Cases on Rise
Take 5 minutes to catch up on Infection Control Today’s highlights for the week ending September 10.
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.
Viewpoint: Mu Variant Might Escape Immunity from Vaccines, Past Infection
After the delta surge subsides, another surge is expected, possibly from the Mu variant. If Mu completely escapes immunity from vaccines and past infections, we must resort to stringent public health strategies.
COVID-19 Is a Disease of the Unvaccinated: What Does That Mean for Schools?
As children head back to school, health care officials brace for a surge caused by Labor Day travel, and worry about unvaccinated teachers.
COVID-19 Pediatric Cases Continue to Rise
COVID-19 cases occurring in children rose 26.8% from August 26 to September 2, according to new data.
Key COVID-19 Pandemic Markers Move in Wrong Direction
President Biden tonight plans to outline 6 steps that the US needs to take to—in the short term—stem the latest COVID-19 surge, and—long term—put this pandemic behind us for good.
Can We Ever Get Rid of C. Diff?
C. diff infection is an old enemy and health care professionals have gathered an armamentarium of weapons against it, but it can be relentless.
An Ounce of Prevention: Managing Influenza and COVID-19 in Long-Term Care
September 10th 2024As influenza and COVID-19 circulate in long-term care facilities, prompt testing, isolation precautions, and antiviral treatments are crucial for preventing outbreaks and protecting vulnerable residents.
The Evolution of Health Care Environmental Hygiene: A Long Overdue Shift in Infection Control
September 5th 2024This new column, Clean Hospital with Alexandra Peters, PhD, explores advancements in health care environmental hygiene, highlighting its growing recognition as a key component of infection prevention and honoring pioneers like Professor Stephanie Dancer.
New UV-C Disinfection Technology for Ultrasound Probes Earns FDA Clearance
September 4th 2024Chronos, a chemical-free UV-C disinfection device for ultrasound probes, received FDA clearance. It offers health care professionals a fast, automated solution to reduce cross-contamination and improve infection prevention.
