Grand Rounds: Prion Disease
Join Julia Frith DNP, RN, CIC as she discusses different prion diseases. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puSysma5PuI
Grand Rounds: Types of Vaccines
Join Melissa Forton DNP, APRN as she discusses the different types of vaccines. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_k5lieQg8o
Boot Camp is Back!
Join KyIP's annual Infection Prevention Boot Camp for a full day of practical learning, expert insights, and real world strategies designed for today’s infection prevention challenges. Held virtually on May 6, this free training brings together professionals from across healthcare and public health to strengthen knowledge, share best practices, and build skills that support safer patient care and healthier communities. Whether you are new to infection prevention or looking to refresh your expertise, this engaging event offers valuable education in an accessible format. Registration is required to attend, so be sure to reserve your spot and join us for a day dedicated to advancing infection prevention.Event DetailsWhen: May 6th, 2026Where: Virtually via webinarTime: 8:00 am EST - 4:30 pm ESTCost: This event is free Additional Details: Although this is a free event,…
PPE – Proper removal is critical to prevent contamination
Healthcare personnel understand the importance of PPE in preventing the spread of infection. Although, selecting and correctly using protective equipment is essential to safeguard both patients and staff, proper removal of PPE is a critical step that is often overlooked. After providing patient care, PPE should be removed in a careful and deliberate sequence to avoid self-contamination. Once their interaction with a patient is finished, staff may mistakenly assume the highest-risk portion of care is over. In reality, most self-contamination occurs during the PPE removal process. Common mistakes during PPE removal include taking items off in the incorrect order, contaminating surfaces while doffing, and improperly disposing of soiled PPE. Numerous studies show that many healthcare workers do not follow the correct removal sequence, and even among those who do, most…
From Observation to Action: Why Feedback Matters in Device Audits
Central lines, indwelling urinary catheters, and other invasive devices can be life‑saving when used appropriately. However, without meticulous insertion and maintenance practices, these same devices can increase the risk of serious infection. To prevent this, healthcare organizations rely on evidence‑based bundles—sets of proven strategies grouped together to reduce complications associated with device use and other clinical procedures. Why Bundle Compliance Matters To ensure these bundles are used effectively, teams routinely conduct audits that evaluate whether each bundle element is met. These findings produce an overall compliance score. The higher the compliance, the lower the infection risk; conversely, low compliance signals an opportunity for improvement. But the real question is: What do we do with that information? There are two important steps: Provide immediate, individualized feedback to the nurse or clinician…
Grand Rounds: What keeps you up at night?
Join the KyIP team as they present on pathogens that keep them up at night. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vindxEyWUhw
Influenza Updates for 2026
As flu season intensifies, infection preventionists remain central to protecting patients and healthcare teams. The CDC has classified this season as moderately severe, with more than 5,000 deaths, including nine pediatric deaths, one in Kentucky. Vaccination continues to be the strongest defense, and the CDC recommends that everyone aged ≥6 months, barring medical contraindications, receive the influenza vaccine. Current influenza vaccines are produced using egg‑based, cell‑based, and recombinant technologies. Egg‑based production—still the most common—grows viruses in fertilized chicken eggs, while cell‑based vaccines use mammalian cell cultures, and recombinant vaccines use genetic sequencing rather than live virus growth. Since the 2023-2024 influenza season, the CDC no longer recommends additional safety measures for individuals with egg allergies as evidence shows severe allergic reactions are unlikely. Each year global surveillance data, genetic and…
Information on Influenza For Long-Term Care Healthcare Workers
Your Role in Stopping Flu Starts with Immunization This flu season is projected to hit harder, with 20% more cases than last year. Facilities like ours face unique challenges—close contact with vulnerable patients means higher risk of exposure and transmission. Why your flu shot matters: Protect patients: Residents depend on us to keep them safe. Most flu deaths occur in people 65+. Reduce staffing disruptions: Flu-related illness can lead to extended sick leave, call-outs, and staffing shortages—impacting patient care. Stay healthy and available: Immunization decreases severity and helps prevent hospital visits. Professional consensus: The AMA, American College of Cardiology, IDSA, and American College of Physicians all strongly recommend flu immunization for healthcare workers. Last year, two-thirds of hospitalized flu patients were not immunized. Protect yourself, your team, and your patients—get…