May 23, 2023 | Infection Control, News
WHO and partners are launching a global network to help protect people from infectious disease threats through the power of pathogen genomics. The International Pathogen Surveillance Network (IPSN) will provide a platform to connect countries and regions, improving... 
May 16, 2023 | Infection Control, News
A new study published in the American Journal of Infection Control (AJIC) suggests that allowing bedside nurses to independently order testing for C. difficile significantly decreased the amount of time to receive test results as compared to requiring physician... 
May 16, 2023 | Infection Control, News
Researchers have used a common disinfectant and antiseptic to create a new antimicrobial coating material that effectively kills bacteria and viruses, including MRSA and COVID-19. Scientists at the University of Nottingham’s School of Pharmacy took chlorhexidine,... 
May 15, 2023 | Author: Mary Olivera, Featured, Sterile Processing
Today we may view the central sterile department of the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s as primitive sterile processing. Reminiscing on the period, we performed supply chain duties such as distributing supplies to the nursing units, replenishing glass IV bottles, managing the... 
May 2, 2023 | Infection Control, News
Experts in infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) were on Capitol Hill today to discuss the rising threat of drug-resistant pathogens to the US healthcare system and federal efforts to address the issue. At a hearing held by the House Energy and...
