Infection Control - January 2022
Patients, Staff Need Risk-Based Standards on Cleanliness
One would think that a hospital accredited by the Joint Commission is clean, but that is no guarantee.
1/31/2022
Healthcare Renovations: Working in Challenging Environments
An ICRA operates as a blueprint to ensure all those involved in construction and renovations are working to prevent harm to patients.
1/25/2022
How Does Light Impact Patient Care?
UV-C light has been proven to disinfect surfaces, helping patients, staff, and visitors stay healthy
1/20/2022
Why It Is Time To Re-Evaluate Your Cleaning Solution
Overuse of chemicals can create poor chemistry performance, but what is the best mix to keep surfaces clean?
1/18/2022
Mask Requirements Continue Evolving in Healthcare
In response to the omicron variant, healthcare facilities adjust mask requirements
1/13/2022
CDC Releases Omicron Guidelines as New Cases Surge
Guidelines address isolation and quarantine for healthcare workers, decreasing isolation time after being infected
1/5/2022
Candida Auris Strikes Three Oregon Hospitals
First case was detected at Salem Hospital Dec. 11 in patient who had recent international healthcare exposures, and confirmed Dec. 17
1/4/2022
OSHA Withdraws Part of COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standards
Action affects non-recordkeeping portions of healthcare ETS
1/3/2022
