Strategies for Boosting Flu and COVID-19 Vaccination Rates Among Healthcare Workers

Verifying vaccination rates presents a clear picture on the overall health safety of healthcare institutions. According to a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released on April 2nd, the influenza (flu) and COVID-19 vaccination rates among healthcare workers for the 2024-25 respiratory virus season were 76.3% and 40.2%, respectively. The figures…

May 5, 2026

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Exploring the Challenges and Importance of Hand Hygiene in Healthcare Settings: Insight from Latest GP PRO Research

In a recent revelation by GP PRO, a branch of Georgia-Pacific and notable innovator in advanced dispensing and monitoring technologies, insights outlining the vital role that hand hygiene plays in healthcare settings, especially during the International Infection Prevention Week, have been shared. The company, which holds recognition as a 2025 Visionary Partner of the Association…

October 16, 2025

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Appreciating the Crucial Role of Environmental Service Teams in Infection Control in Hospitals

In the wider healthcare picture, there are groups of individuals often overlooked despite their vital contributions to hospital safety and cleanliness. Among these unsung heroes are the Environmental Services (EVS) teams, such as the one exemplary team at Rutland Regional Medical Center (RRMC). These dedicated individuals operate around the clock, ensuring the hospital is clean…

September 9, 2025

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Key Changes in Healthcare Laws Taking Effect in July: What Infection Prevention Professionals Need to Know

In a significant move for the healthcare industry, an array of new laws related to workplace safety, violence prevention, and paid sick leave will be implemented from the 1st of July. Infection prevention professionals need to apprise themselves of these changes, which may have direct implications on their roles and responsibilities. This article sheds light…

June 30, 2025

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Navigating Crisis: How Long-term Care Hospitals Responded to the Pandemic and Lessons for Future Resilience

As we reflect on the unfolding of the recent global pandemic, it becomes clear that long-term care hospitals (LTCHs) have emerged under mounting strains that have stretched them beyond the scope of their standard practice. The reality remains that there is a glaring knowledge gap on how these crucial healthcare bodies have managed amidst the…

May 15, 2025

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Deciphering the Dynamics of SARS-CoV-2 Infections: Lessons from Brazil’s Healthcare Workers

Undeniably, comprehensive analysis of in-hospital transmission rates and SARS-CoV-2 viral infection dynamics among healthcare workers is of paramount importance in the bid to protect these front-line workers. Brazil, deeply impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, offers valuable insights but limited data regarding this aspect. A cohort study targeting two tertiary hospitals in Central Brazil – one…

February 14, 2025

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Decoding SARS-CoV-2 Infection Rates Among Healthcare Workers: A Detailed Insight

With the aim to equip healthcare professionals with profound insight on infection prevention, especially in the backdrop of a pandemic, this article presents a comprehensive analysis of the prevalence and potential risk factors of SARS-CoV-2 infections among healthcare workers (HCWs). This piece is generated from a vast study examining robust data from MEDLINE, Embase, and…

February 12, 2025

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Exploring Key Challenges and Promoting Resilience among Healthcare Workers During COVID-19: Insights from Uganda

In the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic, the physical and psychological wellbeing of healthcare workers (HCWs) emerged as a crucial determinant of healthcare system resilience, especially in resource-constrained environments like sub-Saharan Africa. A notable study conducted in Uganda focused on a designated COVID-19 hospital and the challenges its HCWs faced during this critical period. The…

January 29, 2025

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OSHA Halts Development of COVID-19 Health Care Safety Standards: Implications and Future Directions

In a turn of recent events that pertains directly to in-hospital infection prevention, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced on the 13th of January that it has discontinued its plans to establish a definitive COVID-19 safety protocol targeted at workers in the healthcare industry. This decision was purportedly taken in the light of…

January 21, 2025

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Navigating Infection Control Practices: A look at Compliance Among Healthcare Workers in Somalia

Over the past few years, the global crisis faced due to the COVID-19 pandemic underlines the absolute necessity for robust infection prevention and control (IPC) measures, particularly among healthcare workers (HCWs). In regions such as Somalia, where there is a dearth of HCWs compared to the established Sustainable Development Goals, the protection and education of…

September 30, 2024

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