Grand Rounds: IP/C Through the Ages
Join Kirsten Trudeau APRN, FPN-C as she takes us through the history of infection prevention and control. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozBq-tC-zuQ
Lessons Learned & Best Practices for Measles Cases in Healthcare Settings
Free Webinar Measles remains one of the most contagious infectious diseases, and recent outbreaks have highlighted the importance of vigilance across healthcare and public health. This webinar will provide Kentucky healthcare providers and public health professionals with the latest updates on measles activity and practical strategies for preparedness and response.Join us for an in-depth discussion on identifying, reporting, and preventing measles in healthcare and community settings.Event DetailsDate: Wednesday, October 29th, 2025 Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST Format: Live Webinar via Zoom with audience Q&A While this event is free to attend, registration is required. Click here to register Featured Speaker Lee Hundley, MPH, VPD Epidemiology Section Manager, Kentucky Department for Public HealthLee is an epidemiologist with several years of experience in a variety of disease focus areas at the state health department…
The Critical Role of EVS in Preventing the Spread of Infection
Environmental cleaning is one of the most essential actions taken to prevent the spread of illness. Because pathogens are not visible to the naked eye, cleaning every area is necessary. While any staff member can keep patient areas clean, trained EVS workers perform thorough cleaning and disinfection. In order to remove pathogens, EVS staff work methodically to clean and disinfect within the healthcare environment. This must be done with the appropriate cleaning or disinfecting product. It is also crucial to know which areas are most likely to be contaminated, as those areas need disinfection that is more frequent. CDC High Touch Surfaces Pathogens can live on surfaces for months How long do pathogens live on surfaces. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) maintains lists of approved disinfectants, which can be searched…
Grand Rounds: Beta Lactam Allergy
Join Connor Dowling, PharmD. PGY-2 ID Pharmacy Resident, as he helps to clear up confusion related to beta-lactam allergies. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D1IYqo1e3kM
Grand Rounds: Pertussis: Historic Disease, A Persistent Threat
Join Julia Frith DNP, RN, CIC as she discuss Pertussis and the impact it has on our communities. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKSvIJL4SGk
KYWSS: Using Cues to Anticipate Viral Trends
Join Kentucky Infection Prevention Training Center (KyIP) and the KYWSS Environmental & Occupational Countermeasures Program Manager from the KY Department for Public Health for a free webinar. About the WebinarThe Kentucky Wastewater Surveillance System (KYWSS) is a critical tool for tracking and anticipating viral trends across the Commonwealth. By analyzing wastewater samples, KYWSS provides valuable early cues of community-level infection activity—helping healthcare providers, public health professionals, and policymakers prepare for and respond to outbreaks more effectively.This session will highlight how KYWSS works, current applications in Kentucky, and the system’s role in strengthening infectious disease surveillance and preparedness.Date: September 16, 2025Time: 12:00–1:00 PM ESTLocation: Virtual (Zoom link provided after registration)Guest Speaker: Dr. Nancy E. Johnson, DrPH, MSPH, CIHWhile this is a free webinar, registration is required. Click here to register Dr. Nancy…
2025 IP Boot Camp Rewind
2025 IP Boot Camp Rewind The 2025 Infection Prevention Boot Camp was our biggest and most successful event yet! Building on the proven format from the 2024 sessions, the Boot Camp featured one virtual didactic day followed by two in-person simulation days at two specially selected locations—Owensboro and Versailles, Kentucky. Feedback from participants was overwhelmingly positive. Learners left feeling empowered, equipped with practical skills and ready to implement changes in their facilities. As always, Boot Camp is completely free, offers continuing education credits, and fosters a safe learning environment where making mistakes leads to risk recognition, behavior change, and improved safety for both healthcare workers and patients. Scroll on to view pictures, topics, and videos from the 2025 IP Boot Camp. Click here to learn more about upcoming Boot Camps! Pictured…
Respiratory Season Readiness: Infection Prevention Tips for Healthcare Teams
Respiratory season is upon us once again, bringing an increased risk of illnesses such as influenza, RSV, and other viral infections. As an infection prevention professional, now is the time to ensure that your teams, patients, and communities are ready. Reinforce your facility’s infection prevention plan, review respiratory hygiene protocols, and help others understand the critical role of everyday precautions in limiting the spread of respiratory illnesses. Take time to assess your facility’s readiness by ensuring that respiratory hygiene stations are well-stocked with masks for patient use, signage is visible, and staff are trained to recognize and respond to respiratory symptoms quickly. Foster open communication so everyone feels empowered to report concerns and follow prevention measures consistently. Encourage vaccination among staff and patients, as immunizations remain the most effective way…
When Measles is Suspected
When Measles Is SuspectedDownload When should you test for Measles? When To Test For MeaslesDownload
