Standard Infection Prevention Protocols May Protect Dialysis Patients From C. auris

Although infections caused by C. auris are a growing concern in healthcare facilities, strict adherence ...

AUGUST 12, 2025

Contaminated Saline, A Potential Source of Patient Pathogen Exposure

Saline “flush” bags used to prepare anesthetic medications could be an underappreciated source of ...

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

M. abscessus Infections Linked to Heater–Cooler Devices

A cluster of three Mycobacterium abscessus infections identified among cardiothoracic surgery patients was linked ...

JUNE 10, 2024

Decolonization Program Reduces MDROs, Deaths and Care Costs

Using a coordinated, regional infection prevention strategy consisting of antiseptic soap and nasal ointment can ...

MAY 8, 2024

Hard Times: Watchbands Harbor Bacteria

A new study found you might want to wear a watch with a metal band to the hospital or office. Leather, plastic and ...

AUGUST 16, 2023

Mycobacterial Infections in Cardiac Patients Tied to Ice, Water Machines

Four cases of severe mycobacterial infections that occurred in cardiac surgery patients were likely caused by ...

MARCH 20, 2023

CLABSI Surveillance and Home Infusion: Are We Prepared?

Many home infusion therapy staff receive no formal training on performing central line?associated bloodstream ...

JANUARY 27, 2023

Transferred Surgical Patients at Higher Risk for Infection

DALLAS—According to new research, surgical patients who are transferred between hospitals are more likely ...

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Human-to-Human Transmission of Klebsiella Most Common

Human-to-human transmission is responsible for the majority of Klebsiella spread, according to data from a large ...

JUNE 29, 2022

Can Ward Design Reduce Rates of Nosocomial Infection?

Updating the design of hospital wards, such as ICUs, can decrease rates of nosocomial infections caused by ...

JUNE 23, 2022

Warming Devices May Be Source of Airborne Microbial Contamination, but Fix Is Possible

New research has identified an unexpected source of airborne microbial contamination in the OR: Devices that ...

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Did COVID-19 Permanently Change Hand Hygiene Practices? Likely Not, Study Finds

COVID-19 made everyone realize the importance of hand hygiene, but did the message stick?

OCTOBER 6, 2021