With 2010 coming to a close quickly, ICT presents the top news items and articles of 2010 relating to PPE and standard precautions, ranked in order of popularity based on Web clicks by ICT readers.
With 2010 coming to a close quickly, ICT presents the top news items and articles of 2010 relating to personal protective equipment and standard precautions, ranked in order of popularity based on Web clicks by ICT readers.
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1. Updated Surgical Attire Recommended Practice Takes Stronger Stance, Nixes Home Laundering
2. Coronavirus Survival Highlights Need for Careful Removal and Handling of PPE
3. Researchers Discover Ease of Acinetobacter Transmission Via PPE, Unwashed Hands
4. PPE Use, Absenteeism Escalates in a Pandemic, Study Says
5. Pandemic Planning: Best Practices for PPE
6. Researchers Explore Role of Masks in Preventing Influenza Transmission
7. Gloves Essential for Control and Prevention of C. difficile Infection
8. Universal Contact Precautions More Effective for Preventing MRSA Infection in the ICU
9. IOM Issues New Report on Personal Protective Technologies
10. OSHA Infectious Disease Review Supported by Healthcare Leaders
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.
Rare Disease Day 2024: Spotlight on Rare Infectious Diseases
February 29th 2024Rare Disease Day on February 29, 2024, shines a global light on the impact of rare diseases, including rare infectious diseases. With a focus on early diagnosis and treatment access, this day highlights the struggles of those with rare conditions.