Environmental Infection | 12.4.24
A comprehensive overview discussion of C. difficile diagnostic testing methods, including an overview of their respective strengths and weaknesses, how...
Environmental Infection | 12.20.21
Multidrug-resistant microbes (MDROs) are on the rise, infecting millions globally. Innovative strategies are needed to strengthen best practices and antibiotic...
HAIs: Types and Pathogens | 8.5.19
Infections with Clostridioides difficile (CDI) remain a significant cause of morbidity and mortality despite recent decreases in reported rates. A...
HAIs: Types and Pathogens | 6.18.19
Clostridioides difficile (formally Clostridium difficile, or C. diff) infection (CDI) is considered a worldwide threat with major consequences for morbidity,...
Diagnostics | 7.12.18
Data from the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) demonstrates that changing C. difficile test method alone will not decrease a...
Decontamination, Disinfection and Sterilization | 8.7.18
The symposium addresses important issues in ultrasound probe reprocessing through a focus on a set of practical tools developed by...
Diagnostics | 4.24.18
As lab testing technologies, infection control policies, and reporting metrics have evolved over the years, the diagnosis of C. difficile ...
Health Information Technology | 10.31.17
Reduction of C. diff rates is a common goal of healthcare institutions of all sizes, with ever-evolving strategies aimed at addressing ...