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INFORM and EPOCH Studies Unveil COVID-19's Heavy Toll on

WebIn 2 extensive studies, INFORM (INvestigation oF cOvid-19 Risk among iMmunocompromised populations) and EPOCH (Emerging Populations and Outcomes …

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The Role of Environmental Hygiene in Preventing Antimicrobial …

WebIn the battle against AMR, environmental hygiene emerges as a crucial player, particularly within hospital settings where the risk of infections is heightened. …

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Unlocking the Potential of Artificial Intelligence in Health Care: A

WebIt is impossible to avoid the topic of artificial intelligence (AI) right now, and the integration of AI in health care is a groundbreaking innovation that has the potential …

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The Importance of Hand Hygiene in Ambulatory Care Settings

WebIn the 19th century, Ignaz Semmelweis pioneered hand hygiene, proving its effectiveness in reducing infections. Ambulatory care settings stress its importance, emphasizing proper …

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How Healthcare Will Change After COVID-19

WebHow Healthcare Will Change After COVID-19. Jaan Sidorov, MD, the CEO of PA Clinical Network and the former medical director of Geisinger Health Plan talks about …

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Standard Precautions: The Cornerstone of Effective Care

WebHealthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are a major health concern, despite being largely preventable. Standard precautions are the minimum infection prevention …

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Embarking on the Infection Preventionist Role: The Path of an …

WebThe next day after the triumphant final night of my quest, I capered to my school’s college of public health and declared my major. At present, I proudly hold a …

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Tracking of Healthcare-Acquired Infections Continues to Evolve

WebThe monitoring and tracking of healthcare-acquired infections (HAIs) has evolved over time based on national and local guidelines and regulations. Formal …

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The Health of US Citizens Is Declining—But Why

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Environmental Services and Fighting Healthcare-Associated …

WebOne good housekeeper can prevent more diseases than a dozen doctors can cure. Some patients are so ill that a healthcare-associated infection (HAI) can take a …

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Unlocking the Power of AI in Hospital Infection Prevention: A

WebIn health care, where every decision impacts patient well-being and operational efficiency, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) marks a transformative …

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Your Infection Control Plan: Smart Strategies for its Care …

WebThe maingoal of any infection control practice is to improve health. In summary, infection control plans must be carefully developed, reviewed ona regular …

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Hand Hygiene Monitoring: Here’s How It’s Done

WebApplication error: a client-side exception has occurred (see the browser console for more information). Linda S. Estep, BS MT (ASCP), CIC: “I’ve done many …

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Minimizing Health Risks: Controlling Mold in Health Care Settings

WebHealth care facilities should refer to guidelines for temperature and humidity established by the Facility Guidelines Institute, 3 The Joint Commission, 4 and the …

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Navigating Health Care Challenges in 2024: Survey Shows Care

WebICT: Considering the critical role of surgery in revenue generation, what specific issues in perioperative care demand attention and orchestration, and how do these contribute to …

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Nurse-Led Innovations Improve Patient Outcomes, Save More …

WebIndiana University (IU) Health, Indianapolis, had teams of nurses from three of its hospitals participate in AACN CSI Academy. Those frontline nurses continue to …

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Using a Tracking System to Improve Infection Control and Patient …

WebHealthcare-acquired infections (HAIs) are among the leading causes of patient disability and mortality as well as financial loss for health care institutions with …

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The Challenges and Joys of a Nurse Infection Preventionist

WebOur health care colleagues are working hard to provide excellent care to our patients, and it’s discouraging for them to hear that a patient has acquired a health …

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Portable Medical Equipment: A Significant Source of Transmission

WebAlong with co-investigators, Chetan Jinadatha, MD, MPH, clinical associate professor at the Texas A&M Health Science Center College of Medicine and chief of infectious diseases …

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Social and Cultural Factors Impact Hygiene in Healthcare Facilities

WebHancart-Petitet, et al. conducted qualitative surveys in various public and private health facilities in Phnom Penh and in provinces. They observed and interviewed 319 …

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Hand Hygiene: EVS Personnel Play Key Role in Preventing Spread …

WebApplication error: a client-side exception has occurred (see the browser console for more information). Hospital environmental services (EVS) workers want to do …

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WHO Issues List of Top Epidemic-Prone Diseases Without …

WebApplication error: a client-side exception has occurred (see the browser console for more information). For the purposes of the R&D Blueprint, the World Health Organization …

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