In case you missed any of this content, ICT presents the 2018 Year in Review for PPE.
Articles:
PPE Donning and Doffing Reveals Gaps in Knowledge and Practice
https://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/personal-protective-equipment/ppe-donning-and-doffing-reveals-gaps-knowledge-and-practice
Contact Precautions: An Ongoing Quest for Definitive Guidance and Policy
https://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/standard-precautions/contact-precautions-ongoing-quest-definitive-guidance-and-policy
The Evolution of Isolation Precautions
https://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/standard-precautions/evolution-isolation-precautions
News & Studies:
Reusable Respirators are an Effective Option for Protecting Healthcare Personnel
https://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/personal-protective-equipment/reusable-respirators-are-effective-option-protecting-healthcare
NIOSH and FDA Collaboration Streamlines Regulatory Oversight for N95 Filtering Facepiece Respirator
https://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/personal-protective-equipment/niosh-and-fda-collaboration-streamlines-regulatory-oversight-n95
Professional Associations Collaborate to Review Evidence on Surgical Attire
https://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/operating-room/professional-associations-collaborate-review-evidence-surgical-attire
NIOSH Offers Free Fact Sheets on Respiratory Protection
https://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/personal-protective-equipment/niosh-offers-free-fact-sheets-respiratory-protection
Ensuring Safety and Comfort: The Urgent Need for Well-Fitted PPE in Health Care
April 5th 2024Personal protective equipment (PPE) stands as the first line of defense against infectious diseases in health care. Yet, the issue of ill-fitting PPE, especially for women, remains a significant challenge.
COVID-19 Harmonization: Balancing Risks and Benefits of CDC's Latest Move
March 11th 2024The CDC's recent decision to align recommendations for respiratory viruses, particularly COVID-19, has garnered support from the public and infectious disease societies. However, as the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) lends its backing to the CDC's harmonization efforts, concerns persist regarding the implications of this shift, especially considering the Omicron variant's unique characteristics and the ongoing challenges posed by COVID-19's multi-system impacts.
Voices of Resilience: Q&A With the Editor of "Corona City: Voices From an Epicenter"
March 1st 2024Step into the diverse and poignant world of "Corona City: Voices From an Epicenter" with editor Lorraine Ash, MA. In this insightful Q&A, learn about the origins of this remarkable anthology, the challenges faced in capturing raw, unfiltered narratives of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the lasting impact of these stories on readers and communities alike.