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Celebrating International Infection Prevention Week with news and analysis about patient safety and healthcare quality.
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Featured Story
Wrapping Up International Infection Prevention Week
As International Infection Prevention Week (IIPW) winds down, we at PSQH just want to thank infection preventionists for all the hard work they do every day. In these COVID days, their job is more important than ever. Thanks to our sponsors this week, Angelini Pharma and GOJO, the inventors of Purell.
 

News & Analysis
COVID-19 and the Hierarchy of Controls
With a spike in both COVID-19 and influenza cases expected this fall, many are re-examining and shoring up their infection control processes. Healthcare providers have already made several changes this year to limit the spread of coronavirus, from plexiglass partitions to increased handwashing. Download the latest PSQH Industry Focus Section to learn more.
On-demand webinar

Infection Prevention and OSHA Compliance in the Time of COVID-19
Everyone in healthcare, whether frontline staff or providers of ancillary services, must consistently implement infection prevention measures against COVID-19 and other pathogens. How do we achieve compliance with OSHA principles and the practice of infection prevention? Watch this webinar to learn more.
PSQH: The Podcast

PSQH: The Podcast Episode 14 - Infection Prevention During a Pandemic
LRC Systems founder and CEO Dr. Shailesh Date talks about how U.S. hospitals have responded to COVID-19, what to expect as we enter flu season, thoughts about a potential vaccine, and the threat of co-infections. This episode is part of PSQH’s celebration of International Infection Prevention Week and is brought to you by Angelini Pharma and GOJO, the inventors of Purell.
PSQH Quick Poll: Taking the Pulse of Infection Prevention Efforts
Asked to rate the infection prevention efforts of their organization, 57.2% of respondents said their program was extremely effective, 41.3% said their organization’s infection prevention was somewhat effective, and 1.5% said their efforts were not effective.
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How to Understand and Utilize the EPA’s “N” List
If you’re a healthcare provider or oversee infection control at your facility, you’ve probably become aware of the EPA’s “N” List, which specifies registered disinfectants approved for use against SARS-CoV-2. Sponsored by Angelini Pharma.
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Improving Hand Hygiene Requires a Multi-Modal Approach
As hospitals reopen services, patients are seeking assurances the facility has made their well-being a priority from the moment they walk in the door. Sponsored by GOJO, the inventors of Purell.
 

Industry Events

Friday, 10/30 - ABQAURP's 43rd Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference

Sunday, 12/6 - IHI National Forum on Quality Improvement in Health Care
 

International Infection Prevention Week

 

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