Water Management Webinar
Water Management: Risks, Sources, and Planning Join KyIP as we unravel the significance, sources, risks, and strategic implementation of water management plans. Discover the crucial role of water management plans in safeguarding the health and well-being of patients, healthcare professionals, and the community at large. Gain insights into how effective water management is a cornerstone of a safe and hygienic healthcare environment. Click here to view more continuing education Session One: Preventing Waterborne Infections in HealthcareRecognize the impact of waterborne infections in healthcareDescribe environmental water treatment, monitoring, and regulationsList sources and purposes of water usage in healthcare settingsIdentify the risks associated with water in healthcare facilities, including waterborne infectionsAnalyze opportunistic waterborne pathogens and related cases of outbreakshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1llq89HAgZc Session Two: Preventing Waterborne Infections in HealthcareDiscuss the importance of water management plans…
IPC for Fire and EMS
Infection Prevention and Control for Fire and EMS Join Kirsten Trudeau MSN, APRN, FNP-C as she discusses Infection Prevention and Control efforts for Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS). While on the frontlines of healthcare, EMS and Fire Professionals are often exposed to communicable diseases but many EMS and Fire training programs have gaps in infection prevention and control training. Watch now to see how IPC practices look with the nuances of EMS and Fire scenarios in mind. Click here to view more continuing education Session: IP/C for Fire and EMS ProfessionalsList occupational risks and exposure rates among Emergency Medical Services and Fire colleaguesUnderstand the role of a DICO officer and what they do for the agencyDescribe modes transmission and ways to prevent exposure for each modeIdentify standard and transmission-based…
HIV Insights: Three Part Series
HIV Insights: A Three-Part Educational Series Join KyIP and Dr. Anupama Raghuram, MD for a comprehensive virtual event designed to enhance your knowledge of HIV prevention, treatment, and management. This three-part series provides evidence-based insights into the complexities of HIV, offering actionable strategies for healthcare professionals to improve outcomes and mitigate risks.This series is presented by the Kentucky Infection Prevention Training Center and is open to all healthcare professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of HIV and its implications on public health. Click here to view more continuing education Session One: HIV Insights Online: A Comprehensive Overview - The General Principles of HIV TreatmentReview HIV life cycle and classes of antiretrovirals (ART).Review most common ART and their unique characteristics.Discuss updated guidelines and principles of ART therapy in treatment of naive…
Childhood Vaccination
Childhood Vaccination: A Two-Part Series Join us for a complimentary webinar addressing early childhood and school-age vaccination. Explore the importance, origins, potential risks, and tactical deployment of vaccination strategies. Learn about the pivotal role vaccination plays in protecting the health and welfare of individuals, healthcare workers, and the broader community. Gain a deeper understanding of how efficient vaccination practices form the foundation of a secure and hygienic healthcare setting. Click here to view more continuing education Session One: School-Age Vaccination: Pediatric School Certificates and Immunization Review Process Join KyIP and KDPH for am informative sessions aimed at enhancing childhood and school-age vaccination rates in Kentucky communities. Key presenter Crystal Back, RN, Pediatric Immunization Nurse Coordinator from the Kentucky Department of Public Health discusses school age vaccination, reporting student vaccinations, monitoring student…
Water Management Legionella Water Management Planning: A Four-Part Series
Legionella Water Management Planning: A Four-Part Series Elevate your healthcare facility’s water management practices with KyIP’s four-part series, Mastering Water Management: A Practical Application. Join the Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH) and KyIP to gain actionable insights on essential topics like risk assessment, water management planning, Legionella prevention, and outbreak management.Led by top experts, this series builds upon the foundational knowledge presented in the 2024 Water Management series hosted in April 2024 by KyIP with sessions presented by KDPH. Listen now to ensure your facility is equipped to tackle water-related challenges. Click here to view more continuing education Session One: Water…What is the Risk? Describes impact of Legionnaires Disease on the healthcare systemStates why a Water Infection Control Risk Assessment is neededConduct a Water Infection Control Risk AssessmentContinuing Education LinksAccreditation and…
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 Registration
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…