Infection Control - November 2021

Preventing Bacteria in Ice, Water and Beverage Equipment

Water management and safety plans are just one step to prevent bacteria outbreaks ice machines, drinking fountains, and beverage dispensers

11/22/2021

In Minnesota, skilled-nursing facility will serve as an alternative care site to relieve hospitals overwhelmed by COVID-19 cases

11/18/2021

A closer look at the proper processes to ensure safe, clean and disinfected facilities

11/16/2021

Most medical facility accreditation agencies require a Legionella risk management plan

11/15/2021

Requirements will apply to approximately 76,000 providers and cover more than 17 million healthcare workers nationwide

11/12/2021

Patients with weakened immune systems are more susceptible to Legionella, so it’s critical that managers implement steps to prevent bacteria growth

11/10/2021

First-of-its-kind infection prevention resource gives long-term care facilities tools to battle COVID-19 and other infections

11/10/2021

OSHA announced an emergency temporary standard to protect unvaccinated workers from the spread of COVID-19

11/9/2021

Inspection at rehabilitation and post-acute care facility found healthcare facility did not comply with federal respiratory protection requirements

11/8/2021

Learn why Legionella can be found in a healthcare facility’s water supply

11/2/2021

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