Voice for Infection Prevention

Voice for Infection Prevention Shaping the trajectory of hospital IP to ensure adequate staffing, visibility, and education.

02/01/2026

Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), including surgical site infections (SSIs), are among the most prevalent challenges in hospital settings across the globe. SSIs, in particular, contribute significantly to postoperative morbidity and mortality, extended hospital stays, and burgeoning healthcar...

01/31/2026

Alerts have been raised concerning infection control numbers falling below their expected trajectory at a Hertfordshire NHS trust, as highlighted in a recent report. Data for November 2025 shows a concerning level of hospital-acquired infections, with 42 cases reported. West Herts Teaching Hospitals...

01/31/2026

Hansen's disease, commonly identified as leprosy, is perhaps one of the most misinterpreted infectious diseases in contemporary healthcare. This chronic bacterial infection, caused by Mycobacterium leprae, predominantly impacts the skin and peripheral nerves. Left untreated, it can result in loss of...

01/31/2026

The Huntsville Hospital Health System has once again been acclaimed for its impactful role in the field of employment and professional upskilling in North Alabama. Known for its robust workplace culture and a dedicated commitment to its wide array of employees across the Tennessee Valley, this healt...

01/31/2026

Michigan's Bronson Methodist Hospital recently reported a case of Legionnaires’ Disease in a patient, triggering a comprehensive investigation by local health officials along with necessary steps within the hospital to mitigate the situation. Despite the diagnosis being confined to a single indivi...

01/30/2026

Healthcare environments naturally present a higher risk during periods of enhanced respiratory disease activity. This situation arises primarily due to several distinct factors: a high concentration of individuals seeking medical care, extended indoor exposure, and a continuous flow of patients. Not...

01/30/2026

In 2024, Oregon hospitals were, disappointingly, underperforming on national standards for preventing infections related to medical procedures and surgeries, as reported by the Oregon Health Authority. A concerning trend emerged as Oregon's hospitals fared worse than their national counterparts, exh...

01/30/2026

In the modern era of healthcare, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has transformed from largely being viewed as a problem rooted in clinical prescriptions to a systemic issue that is greatly influenced by healthcare delivery, regional governance on antibiotics, and environmental factors. It has been id...

01/28/2026

The healthcare sector is presently grappling with a potent wave of influenza, particularly affecting children. Notably, this outbreak's severity has repercussions on blood supplies, forcing some hospitals into a state of triage. At the frontlines of this strain, pediatric hospitalizations have soare...

01/28/2026

As technology continually progresses, healthcare professionals are constantly seeking ways to enhance medication safety, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)—a cutting-edge technology that promotes efficient data capture within healthcare systems...

01/27/2026

In a concerted effort to reduce healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), hospitals across Oregon have made significant progress, yet they still struggle to meet national benchmarks in certain infection control parameters. According to recent data from the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), key areas of....

01/27/2026

Scottish Labour leader, Anas Sarwar, has reenergized his call for the Scottish Government to present real-time patient safety evaluations for each ward at Queen Elizabeth university hospital (QEUH) campus in Glasgow. The demand has come amidst what Mr. Sarwar has branded as 'the worst scandal in the...

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