It also covers the principles of infection prevention and control that form the basis for CDC recommendations for dental healthcare settings. The course will be available at no cost to learners ...

Infection preventionists are increasingly important — and increasingly challenged. Here’s a look at how and why.

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From Zika outbreaks to a contaminated water line, infectious diseases have made the headlines throughout 2017. That's why DrBicuspid.com spoke with Christina Thomas, executive director of the ...

Infection control within nursing homes is paramount to the health and well-being of residents, who are often more vulnerable to diseases due to age-related factors and pre-existing conditions.

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Written by Elizabeth A. Scott PhD, MPhil. College of Natural, Behavioral and Health Sciences, Simmons University, MA, USA. Exploring the evidence to support the role of home and community hygiene in ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . “Since this preliminary report, the NHHI has progressed from the implementation phase to maintenance and ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . A pandemic-themed escape room increased staff adherence to infection prevention and control measures in a Texas ...