Prevention

Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America/Infectious Diseases Society of America/Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology answer Diekema, et al, about MRSA prevention strategies.

Joseph A. Ladapo, MD, PhD-ASTHO, calls for the halt of these vaccines; however, the FDA disagrees and says that “misinformation and disinformation about these vaccines…results in vaccine hesitancy.”

The FDA-approved vaccine for chikungunya is out, but is it a safer and more effective solution for preventing this infectious disease? What other options are coming? ICT finds out.

In a study released today on sepsis patients, limited English proficiency (LEP) didn't show a significant overall mortality link. However, LEP patients in the non-Hispanic White subgroup faced higher mortality rates.

Survey shows people think the influenza vaccine is safer than the COVID-19 vaccine. This is concerning as COVID-19 is more prevalent and hospitalizes more people. This could result in low vaccine uptake.

Results of a study by Yan Xie and colleagues highlight the severe impact of COVID-19, with higher death rates, increased risks of long-term complications, and greater infectivity compared to seasonal influenza.

Hospital kitchens play a critical role in infection prevention, focusing on safe food handling from receiving to serving. Proper vetting of food vendors, temperature control, storage, and hygiene are essential to prevent contamination and ensure patient safety.

Happy New Year from all of us at Infection Control Today! What are your professional resolutions? We list ours!

Explore the top 14 articles from Infection Control Today for 2023, covering cutting-edge developments, strategies, and innovations in infection prevention and control.

Take 5 minutes to catch up on Infection Control Today®’s highlights for the week ending December 31, 2023.

Is it safe for individuals with psoriasis or eczema to get a tattoo, considering the possibility of the Koebner phenomenon?

While public transportation offers convenience and accessibility, it is crucial to remain mindful of the potential presence of germs, emphasizing the importance of adopting infection prevention measures during travel times.

Explore a musical journey through illness with our list of catchy songs about ailments. Plus, discover timeless blues classics that resonate with the human experience of sickness.

Explore a thrilling movie list featuring infectious diseases and zombie outbreaks, from "Contagion" to "World War Z," perfect for horror fans!

Discover how Merck's V116 vaccine, now under FDA priority review, addresses invasive pneumococcal disease in adults, bridging critical protection gaps with 8 unique serotypes.

AI is helping health care professionals during the pandemic by improving accuracy and patient safety in radiology and disease prediction. Despite concerns about job replacement and misuse, AI promises to enhance health care accessibility, affordability, and accuracy.

After pushback on social media, Tina Joshi, PhD, spoke with Infection Control Today to clarify and explain her study, her lifelong research, and what she hopes IPs and other IPC personnel can take from them.

Infection Control Today's® Product Locator is a monthly column highlighting some of the latest advanced technology in the infection prevention field.

Dr. Gail Gazelle's "Mindful MD" addresses health care burnout with mindfulness, imposter syndrome, and other issues offering practical solutions and strategies for health care professionals.

As tropical viruses increase in the US, Infection Control Today wanted to learn more about chikungunya. Here is what we learned.

According to a recent study, bleach fails to eradicate C difficile spores in hospital scrubs, raising concerns about disinfectant efficacy and bacterial resistance in health care settings.

Infection Control Today is proud to announce the winner of the Infection Control Today Educator of the Year Award: Sharon Ward-Fore, MS, BS, MT(ASCP), CIC, FAPIC. Listen to the announcement and interview with the winner.

New insights into pathogen-specific transmission dynamics and innovations in ventilation, filtration, and monitoring systems offer promising tools for effective infection control.

Learn how infection preventionists (IPs) are key to ensuring food safety in healthcare facilities, addressing foodborne illness risks, and fostering a culture of prevention.

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