American Journal of Infection Control

An academic medical center was experiencing increased incidences of central line associated blood stream infections (CLABSI). Traditional line lists were proving ineffective in identifying root causes. In an effort to better understand data, and to

Contaminated drinking water can lead to waterborne illness outbreaks. When there is confirmed or potential contamination of municipal water, a boil water advisory (BWA) is used to inform the affected community that the public water might be

Since July 2022, there have been 21 Mpox cases identified in our 928-bed hospital. Most cases have primarily been presented in the emergency room and discharged with the exception of two patients. These cases required special considerations during

Perioperative services faced many challenges during the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) pandemic. Elective surgical cases were initially postponed in accordance with national and local guidelines. As hospitals resumed surgical cases, universal COVID-19

Despite implementation of best practice measures such as daily urinary catheter (UC) needs assessment, two-person UC insertion, and nurse-driven protocol for catheter removal and bladder management, catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI)

Immunocompromised patients are at an increased risk for opportunistic mold infections, which can be a large source of morbidity and mortality. Exposure to molds may occur within the community or healthcare environment. Clinical research definitions

Hand hygiene reminders for healthcare workers (HCWs) are commonly used to empower patients. However, this approach overlooks the role of family carers in delivering direct contact care in Asian countries. Limited knowledge exists regarding

Hand hygiene reminders for healthcare workers (HCWs) are commonly used to empower patients. However, this approach overlooks the role of family carers in delivering direct contact care in Asian countries. Limited knowledge exists regarding

A systematic approach to contact investigations has long been a cornerstone of interrupting the transmission of tuberculosis in community settings. This paper describes the implementation of a systematic 10-step contact investigation within an acute

Health care systems use auditing processes to monitor compliance with evidence-based practices. The auditing process for a bundle targeting central line-associated bloodstream infection prevention at a large children’s hospital was suboptimal. The