[…] in Lesotho 5 In 2012, the Lesotho Government developed a 5-year strategic plan for improving TB infection control, combating the spread of TB and intensifying the detection of TB cases (GoL, 2012) Lesotho adapted the World Health Organization TB infection control guidelines (GoL, 2010). However, constraints remain. This study assessed the level of adherence to TB infection control guidelines in healthcare settings in...
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[…] ● Trend towards less severe disease after treatment (p =0.06) ● Phase III trials recently completed Lowy et al, DDW 2009, 751b Actox/Bezlo Phase III results Conclusions ● FMT is a very safe and effective treatment for relapsing CDI ● Real world success lower than in case series – Reporting bias – Inconsistent definitions ● No major safety concerns yet – Exercise caution in IBD patients –...
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[…] REDUCE S. AUREUS NASAL COLONIZATION Dr. Julian Ketel, Waiariki Institute of Technology, New Zealand April 20 (Free WHO Teleclass ...
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[…] say ‘I don’t know’ Make it stick Submit Leading Practice(s) 42 May 4 ( FREE … WHO Teleclass - Europe) SPECIAL LECTURE FOR 5 MAY Prof. Didier Pittet, University of Geneva Hospitals Sponsored by the World Health Organization May 12 INFECTION PREVENTION RESOURCES: TOO FEW? TOO MANY? A DISCUSSION OF STRATEGIES TO CALCULATE APPROPRIATE IP PERSONNEL RESOURCES Kate Gase, BJC Learning Institute, St. Louis May 16 (...
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[…] work. Sam Sheps & Karen Cardiff UBC School of Population and Public Health "The System" There is no "safe" care only "safer" care Vincent, C., & Amalberti, R. (2016) Safer healthcare: Strategies for the real world "Management of RISK over time in order to MAXIMIZE benefit and MINIMIZE harm to patients in the healthcare system" Patient Safety: a ^ Definition X QUALITY SAFETY...
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[…] manufacturer regarding the compatibility of the to‐be‐used agent with the probes. The ultrasound transducer handle may also be a reservoir for microbial contaminants and a potential source of cross‐infection. In some instances, patients come into direct contact with handles or indirect contact may occur via the healthcare provider’s hands or probe cover. It is also recommended that probe handles should be disinfected according to the manufacture’s recommendations 7,8 . Environment Cleaning and Disinfection A recent study sampled trans‐abdominal and trans‐vaginal transducer cords, keyboards and gel 9. Skin and environmental organisms were isolated along with the opportunistic pathogens. The study recommended a review of current guidelines to include keyboard and cord disinfection and gel handling. Other areas, such as the examination bed and rails, door handles and benchtop surfaces, may also act as sources of cross‐infection. Infection prevention and control measures should include hand hygiene prior to and following every examination. Exam tables, rails and keyboards should be disinfected after each patient. Probe holders, cords and gel bottles should be cleaned and disinfected at the start and end of each day. Gel bottles should never be "topped‐up". Empty bottles should be cleaned and disinfected prior to refilling. The ultrasound machine should be cleaned at least once a week. Page 3 of 3 Conclusion Adequate probe reprocessing and procedure set up is essential. The level of preparation depends on the type of examination performed. Routine high‐level disinfection of internal probes between patients is mandatory, plus the use of a high‐quality single‐use probe cover to avoid gross contamination during the examination. Given the recent evidence that HPV may not be sensitive to the commonly employed high‐level disinfectants, it seems prudent to employ disinfectants that use oxidizing chemistries. The manufacturer’s recommendations should be followed in order to avoid damaging the probes. Other basic infection prevention and control measures, including hand hygiene and environmental cleaning and disinfection, are also essential to prevent the transmission of pathogens in medical ultrasound. References 1. Rutala WA, Weber DJ. Sterilization, high‐level disinfection, and environmental cleaning. Infect Dis Clin North Am 2011; 25:45‐76. 2. Leroy, SJ, Infectious Risk of endovaginal transrectal ultrasonography, Journal of Hospital Infection, 83(2):99–106, 2012. 3. M’Zali et al. Persistence of microbial contamination on transvaginal ultrasound probes despite low‐level disinfection procedure. PLoS One 2014;9:e93368. 4. Canadian Standards Association. Z314.8‐14 Decontamination of Reusable Medical ...
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[…] that are aerosol generating medical procedures (i.e. open suctioning of respiratory tract, intubation, bronchoscopy, cardiopulmonary resuscitation) . Practice fastidious hand hygiene Practice cough etiquette; cover nose and mouth during coughing or sneezing with tissue or elbow Extreme care should be used when doffing/removing PPE This message was adapted from: World Health Organization https://www.who.int/health -topics/coronavirus , https://www.who.int/csr/disease/coronavirus_infections/IPCnCoVguidance_06May13.pdf and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, https://www.cdc.gov/flu/professionals/infectioncontrol/healthcaresettings.htm...
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[…] device or surface to be used in the facility. Ask questions about cleaning and disinfection compatibility. 4.Push your manufacturers to show research done on the surface materials and how the materials were used in real- world settings, not just laboratory clean rooms. 5.Ask your Medical device suppliers to provide maintenance training as well as cleaning and disinfection review for healthcare professionals. Your checklist❏Do you...
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[…] most effective way to prevent HAI.The Lancet Respiratory Medicine, Editorial. Antimicrobial resistance-what can we learn from climate change? Lancet Respir Med. 2016 Nov;4(11):845. Centers for Disease Prevention and Control. Hand Hygiene in Healthcare Settings. https://www.cdc.gov/handhygiene/ World Health Organization, WHO Patient Safety. WHO guidelines on hand hygiene in health care: a summary. 2009. https://apps.who.int/iris/handle/10665/70126Marco Bo Hansen The effects of hand hygienePatient safety: Fewer infections•Length-of-stay (5-10 days...
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[…] called carbapenems that are also reserved to treat especially tough bugs. It was the first time this kind of double-resistance was reported in the U.S., though several other cases have been reported elsewhere in the world. All the U.S. cases have been treatable by other antibiotics. And, importantly, researchers report that the bacteria do not seem to have infected other people. When bacteria...
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[…] to grow the visibility of AMR and share knowledge on how to address this growing threat. You can help by: Sharing the included key messages about AMR and the #GoBlueforAMR campaign either on social media or through newsletters Encouraging participation in the campaign (e.g., wearing blue during WAAW, visiting illuminated landmarks) Using the included blue backgrounds for webinars and meetings Encourage using the #GoBlueforAMR logo and email...
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[…] value of certification to certificants, the public, and employers What is CBIC?Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc.Voluntary, autonomous, multidisciplinary boardMission: Provide pathways to demonstrate and maintain competence in infection prevention and control.Vision: A world free of infections through demonstrated professional competency. vsCertificateCertificationA certificate is awarded following the completion of a course or series of courses that provides education and training around an intended...
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[…] after direct patient care 2. Reporting performance on a regular basis to senior leaders, physicians, and managers across the health authorities, and to the public 3. Using a variety of communications s uch as posters, newsletters, and posting of results on units 4. Making improvements to reduce the barriers identified, such as ensuring that hand cleaning products are readily available for all staff and...
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PICNet June Newsletter Debugging Healthcare Together! June 2014 Clean Shots hand hygiene photo contest Congratulations to the Clean Shots winners, and thanks to everyone who made the contest such a success. If you haven't already checked out all the great photos, you can view the full set or the 100 finalists . (If you're using an older browser and have problems viewing the...
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PICNet June Newsletter Debugging Healthcare Together! June 2014 Clean Shots hand hygiene photo contest Congratulations to the Clean Shots winners, and thanks to everyone who made the contest such a success. If you haven't already checked out all the great photos, you can view the full set or the 100 finalists . (If you're using an older browser and have problems viewing the...
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Perceptions of Hand Hygiene among Health Care Workers in British Columbia Prepared by Camille Ciarniello Director Risk Management, Patient Safety and Patient Relations On behalf of the Provincial Hand Hygiene Working Group Summary •Background • Participant Demographics • Key Findings • Survey Limitations • Conclusions Level of Aspiration In 2010 the OAG released a review of HH programs in BC HAs indicating gaps with respect to compliance, evaluation...
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Influenza and Norovirus: Steps to Prevent Outbreaks Infections such as norovirus and influenza are more common in winter because people spend more time indoors, close to one ano ther, making it easier for the infections to spread from person to person. The best ways to prevent the spread of these infections are frequent hand cleaning and staying home when sick . It is important that...
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[…] of HAIs can be prevented by following infection prevention and cont rol strategies. Now imagine being able to help those patients with something so simple as… better hand hygiene. • Alcohol-based hand rubs (ABHR) are the preferred method of hand cleaning in healthcare unless hands are visibly soiled. If hands are visibly soiled, wash hands with warm running water, soap, and friction. • When dealing with spore-forming...
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Sherlock Holmes Case of the Missing Microbes An IPAC Educational Game using Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s characters Game Plan and Instructions Included in this file: 1. Game plan 2. Letter to give participants (from Sherlock Holmes) 3. Clue cards 4. Missing Microbes List 5. Name badges template 6. Door sign 7. Pictures for wall(s) 8. Certificate for participants 9. Sign In Sheet 10. Invitation Suppl ies y ou will...
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