The influenza season which started early this year in Illinois, including Evanston, appears to have plateaued, according to recent data. However, healthcare professionals caution that the influenza virus still remains a significant risk, especially for elderly individuals and those with compromised immune statuses. Infection prevention experts recommend continued vigilance given the potential for infection spread.
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Marking World AIDS Day, NYC Health + Hospitals has issued a reminder for New Yorkers about the availability of affordable, culturally relevant, and unbiased care for individuals seeking HIV testing, prevention, or treatment. The organization operates 11 state-recognized acute care hospitals and six Gotham Health community clinics that offer premium HIV prevention and treatment services.…
An increasing number of hospitals and health systems are making strategic shifts towards creating healthier communities by initiating more socially responsible endeavors. Kevin Unger, President and CEO of UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital, encapsulates this ethos stating their mission has evolved from reactive "healthcare" to proactive "health", highlighting a greater emphasis on preventative health and keeping…
In an unforeseen turn precipitated by the global pandemic, the expertise of infection prevention and control (IPC) is being called into action beyond the usual confinements of hospital settings. Infection preventionists (IPs), having long upheld a fundamental role in medical institutions, now find their skills in demand at schools, health departments, and within the wider…
Amidst a resurgence of seasonal viruses and the lingering aftermath of outbreaks like measles, Infection Prevention professionals are turning their attention towards educational spaces, acknowledging the integral relationship shared between healthy educational environments and robust community wellbeing. Traditionally, roles in Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) have been synonymous with healthcare settings such as hospitals, surgical…
Meritus Medical Center, based in Hagerstown, has accomplished a significant feat, earning its fifth consecutive 'A' Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an esteemed national nonprofit organization committed to optimizing patient safety. This prestigious recognition places Meritus in an elite group of hospitals - the top 12 percent across the country - that have…
In the medical landscape of Asheville, which saw significant strides from the late 1960s to the early 1970s, two key figures are often recognized for their pioneering roles - Dr. Charles Keller, a cardiothoracic surgeon, and Dr. John Russell, medical cardiologist. Their efforts elevated Asheville into one of the country's premier medical communities, attracting numerous…