Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA)

12/11/2025

A friendly reminder that SHEA runs on a January–December membership cycle. Renew by December 31 to ensure you continue receiving all your valuable benefits!

12/11/2025

⏰ Deadline TOMORROW! Apply by December 12th at 11:59 PM ET for SHEA Spring scholarships & International Ambassadors Program.

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12/10/2025

In the latest episode of The SHEA Podcast, Dr. Jonathan Ryder hosts a pro/con debate on procalcitonin with experts Dr. Michael Mansour and Dr. Sheetal Kandiah. They dig into where PCT adds value (or doesn’t) in antimicrobial stewardship and diagnostic decision-making.

https://on.soundcloud.com/6lKW9ATKJwvReRmooX

12/09/2025

This holiday season, consider making a donation to the SHEA Foundation.

Every donation supports:
- Awards and scholarships at SHEA Spring and IDWeek, recognizing leaders, researchers, and trainees in healthcare epidemiology and antimicrobial stewardship.

- Strengthening the SHEA Research Network, expanding collaborative research and advancing high-impact studies that improve patient safety and infection prevention.

- International Ambassadors, who bring infection prevention and stewardship practices to communities around the world.

Every contribution — no matter the size — helps shape the future of safer healthcare.

https://shea.charityfootprints.com/gt-shea-2025

12/08/2025

Join SHEA and SIDP for a joint webinar on December 16th!

Hear from Presidents Dr. David Weber and Dr. Erin McCreary and as they discuss shared goals, current initiatives, and how our collaboration strengthens antimicrobial stewardship and infection prevention. We’ll also share updates on recent advocacy efforts and ways members can get involved.

Register: https://bit.ly/44ccwDr

12/08/2025

"Whether they’re there for a few days after a hospital stay, or living there long term, people in nursing homes are especially vulnerable to infections. From bacteria that have evolved to resist most antibiotics, to common viruses that cause flu and COVID-19, microscopic threats can have a major impact on the health of these patients. They also spread quickly among people living and working closely together. A new guideline could help cut that risk, saving lives and money."

Check out the University of Michigan’s Health Lab article on SHEA’s update long-term care guidance document:

Nursing home infection prevention and control is the subject of a new national guideline that includes MDRO “superbug” precautions, PPE, antibiotic stewardship and more.

12/05/2025

“This irresponsible and purposely misleading guidance will lead to more hepatitis B infections in infants and children. I want to reassure parents and clinicians that there is no new or concerning information about the hepatitis B vaccine that is prompting this change, nor has children’s risk of contracting hepatitis B changed. Instead, this is the result of a deliberate strategy to sow fear and distrust among families,” said American Academy of Pediatrics President Susan J. Kressly.

In medicine, the shared clinical decision-making designation is not intended for interventions with clear, evidence-based benefits to a broad population, such as a safe vaccine that offers an important benefit to all newborns. Instead, a universal recommendation – such as what AAP continues to make for the hepatitis B birth dose – offers clear guidance to pediatricians and families that the vaccine is important and beneficial. Pediatricians are ready to discuss the vaccine with families, review benefits and potential side effects, and collaborate with parents to make informed decisions about their child’s health.

“The American Academy of Pediatrics will continue to provide clear, evidence-backed guidance on routine childhood immunizations. I encourage parents, expecting parents and caregivers to talk with their pediatricians and doctors if they have questions about the hepatitis B vaccine,” said Dr. Kressly.

Click here to read the full statement: https://bit.ly/3Y9ZQJT

12/04/2025

📣 TODAY! Join us for the SHEA/APIC Presidents’ Webinar, a special event bringing together the leaders of both organizations for an inspiring discussion on the future of infection prevention and healthcare epidemiology.

Hear directly from the SHEA and APIC Presidents as they share their visions, priorities, and opportunities for collaboration in advancing infection prevention and making a positive impact on patient safety.

This is your chance to connect with colleagues, stay informed on key initiatives, and be part of the conversation shaping our field. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to engage with two leading voices driving progress in infection prevention!

Free registration: https://bit.ly/4p4D7ee

12/03/2025

Join us on December 10th at 2:00 pm ET for SHEA's Raising the Bar: How to Advocate for Resources for Effective Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) Teams. This webinar titled, ‘Healthcare Executive Perspectives on IPC Work’, will feature a panel of healthcare executives, who will discuss their perspectives on how IPC work fits in their overall hospital operations, how budgeting decisions are made, and what elements of IPC they pay most attention to.

Register here: https://bit.ly/4ixUamh

12/03/2025

Join us on Tuesday, December 9th at 4:00 p.m. ET for our next Town Hall: Cracking C. diff: Evidence Based Approaches and Real-World Impact.

Our guest panelist, Dr. Larry Kociolek, will explore the latest evidence-based prevention and treatment strategies for C. diff, share real-world experiences from the field, and discuss practical approaches you can apply in your own setting to reduce infections and improve patient safety.

Register today: https://bit.ly/4rBjITA

12/02/2025

Happy Giving Tuesday! Today, communities around the world come together to support meaningful causes and we hope you’ll join us in supporting the SHEA Foundation and the programs it makes possible.

Every donation made today will be matched, thanks to the generosity of Dr. Louise Dembry doubling the impact of your gift. Plus, all Giving Tuesday donors will be entered to win a SHEA-branded quarter-zip sweatshirt.

https://shea.charityfootprints.com/gt-shea-2025

11/28/2025

SHEA Spring 2026 registration is now live! This year’s theme — Defending Science, Protecting Patients — is woven throughout the program, highlighting the power of evidence-based practice and collaboration to strengthen healthcare systems and improve outcomes.

Register here: https://bit.ly/3KSc1aJ

Explore the full conference program: https://bit.ly/432Z4kF