Date
Topic
Diagnostics | 4.24.18
As lab testing technologies, infection control policies, and reporting metrics have evolved over the years, the diagnosis of C. difficile ...
Diagnostics | 4.24.18
CDC has declared the complex problem of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) a serious threat today, which will result in potential catastrophic...
Decontamination, Disinfection and Sterilization | 3.19.18
This article highlights challenges to effective cleaning and disinfection in healthcare and describes the importance of using surface wetness during...
Decontamination, Disinfection and Sterilization | 3.15.18
Every patient deserves a clean start. Contamination of reusable electrocardiogram (ECG) lead wires is common. Cleaned, ready-to-use ECG leads have...
HAIs: Types and Pathogens | 2.20.18
Despite being recognized as a preventable cause of patient morbidity and mortality with nationally established reduction targets, an estimated 1.7...
Environmental Infection | 1.2.18
To aid compliance with OSHA’s Universal Precautions for handling soiled linen saturated with blood, bodily fluids, harmful residue from...
Environmental Infection | 1.2.18
To support infection prevention by guiding facility management in developing a written policies and procedures manual outlining their own best...
Environmental Infection | 12.19.17
Mattress covers in healthcare facilities are frequently damaged. Studies have shown that more than 26% of mattresses are damaged. The...
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