Diagnostics | 1.15.26
Olympus supports patient and user safety by providing access to evidence-based education related to infection prevention as endoscopic technologies and...
Environmental Infection | 1.17.25
At TRSA, the association for the linen, uniform and facility services industry, we work to educate policymakers and healthcare decision...
Decontamination, Disinfection and Sterilization | 12.23.24
A standard bacteriological analysis was conducted to determine the inherent bioburden on three materials that are commonly used to dry...
HAIs: Types and Pathogens | 12.18.24
An approach for C. difficile testing that includes only nucleic acid amplification testing (NAAT) may contribute to overdiagnosis of C....
Hand Hygiene | 11.12.24
Background: Skin antisepsis with CHG containing products has been proven to be effective in the fight against healthcare-acquired infections (HAIs)...
Decontamination, Disinfection and Sterilization | 10.21.24
The use of automated disinfection devices does not eliminate this crucial step. If pre-cleaning is skipped or performed improperly, the...
Decontamination, Disinfection and Sterilization | 9.27.24
In August 2024, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared mpox a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). Learn more...
HAIs: Types and Pathogens | 9.11.24
Background: Healthcare-acquired infections (HAIs) are a common problem in healthcare. They impact patients in all facility types, including hospitals, ambulatory...