Infection Control - April 2022
CDC Taps Into Data to Improve Disease Forecasting, Communication
Program seeks to enhance ability to use data, models, and analytics to enable timely, effective decision-making.
4/28/2022
Healthcare Acquired Infections Responsible for 100,000 Deaths Annually
Because of the complex nature of healthcare facilities, the risk of HAIs exists even in the best situations.
4/27/2022
Hospitals Ease Mask Requirements as New Variant Looms
Some hospitals are changing their masking requirements after the federal government struck down the nationwide mask mandate for public transit.
4/26/2022
ASHE Infection Control Tool Focuses on Role of Maintenance
ICRA 2.0 promotes and directs interdisciplinary infection prevention in healthcare facilities during construction, renovation and maintenance.
4/25/2022
Porous vs. Nonporous: Which Surface Has the Most Effective Transmission?
Hard, non-porous surfaces are still most efficient in transferring and transmitting disease.
4/20/2022
Water Contamination Limits Texas Medical Center Operations
William Beaumont Army Medical Center is limiting operations and postponing elective surgeries
4/14/2022
What Disinfectant Labels Really Mean
It is time for a reality check when it comes to disinfecting environmental surfaces.
4/13/2022
UV-C Light Proves Essential for Facilities
Lighting has evolved over the last decade, but now UV-C has proven to be an essential tool within healthcare facilities.
4/7/2022
