Infection Control - February 2021
Case Study: Disinfecting Contaminated Cell Phones and Tablets
Ultraviolet-C light is an effective alternative to germicidal wipes for disinfecting devices
2/26/2021
Beware Casual Conversations and COVID-19: Study
Researchers say infections occurred likely due to not wearing a mask in social situations
2/25/2021
No Surface? No Touch: Technology Targets Infections
Touchless technology aims to enhance hygiene and minimize risk of infection
2/25/2021
Should We Introduce Good Microbes into a Facility?
Instead of killing all the bacteria, facilities could add good microbes into surfaces or the air
2/23/2021
Strategies and Tactics to Improve Hand Hygiene
Monitoring by itself doesn’t change behavior of healthcare workers
2/22/2021
Americans Backsliding on Handwashing
As pandemic wears on, Americans are washing their hands less often and for less time
2/18/2021
COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Checklist for Facility Managers
Executing a high distribution of the vaccine is possible with a solid plan
2/17/2021
Ice Machines Linked to Nosocomial Infections: Study
Dozens of machines frequently contaminated with gram-negative bacilli and Candida species
2/17/2021
Antibiotic-Resistant Infections Strike Hospitals: CDC
Outbreaks linked might be linked to reuse of personal protective equipment by staff
2/16/2021
Evidence Grows That Masks Essential in Battling COVID-19 Spread
Two studies take closer look at role of mask-wearing in preventing illness
2/16/2021
Strict Infection-Prevention Measures Stop Superbug Outbreak
Cleaning, disinfection, hand hygiene and other measures, contained outbreak within two months
2/11/2021
Researchers Test Wearable Device Targeting Handwashing
Technology must be further developed and tested to improve hand hygiene compliance
2/11/2021
NFL Scores with COVID-19 Measures
A closer look at key elements of program to minimize spread of coronavirus
2/8/2021
Clinics Ventilation Not Up to Standard: Study
Investigators looked at stand-alone clinics, ancillary clinics to hospital systems, clinics in retail pharmacies and urgent care centers
2/4/2021
Hospital Study Explores Benefits of Disinfectant Wipes
Cleaning time decreased by 12 minutes for discharges and 20 percent for daily cleaning
2/4/2021
COVID-19 Ramps Up Hazards in Healthcare
UV disinfection and masks can create issues for staff, occupants and visitors
2/3/2021
EPA OKs Antiviral Air Treatment for COVID-19
Product can be used in indoor spaces where social distancing is difficult, including food preparation areas in healthcare facilities
2/3/2021
Hand Hygiene Key in Controlling COVID-19
When staff focus on imminent patient care needs, hand hygiene compliance can slip
2/1/2021
