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Exciting news! We are pleased to announce the upcoming release of the 2024 Grand Rounds schedule. This schedule outlines upcoming sessions, presenters, and topics that promise to elevate your learning experience.Key Features of the Updated Grand Rounds Schedule:Diverse Topics: Explore a wide range of relevant and cutting-edge topics presented by experts in their respective fields. Our Grand Rounds sessions cover everything from the latest research findings to practical clinical insights.Renowned Presenters: Get ready to learn from distinguished speakers and thought leaders who bring their expertise to share with our community. Each presenter is carefully selected to provide valuable insights and foster engaging discussions.Interactive Sessions: We've designed our Grand Rounds to be interactive and engaging. Participate in discussions, ask questions, and connect with fellow attendees to make the most out of…

Spending time with friends and family during the holiday season are cherished moments. Unfortunately, the holiday season is often respiratory illness season. While some people enjoy time with their loved ones, others dedicate their time caring for patients in healthcare facilities. With the season fast approaching, let’s prioritize staying healthy, wherever your holiday plans may take you, by embracing source control measures. Respiratory illnesses spread easily throughout communities due to the highly contagious pathogens easily aerosolizing when coughing or sneezing. Individuals become infected by inhaling these pathogens or by touching a contaminated surface, followed by contact with their mucous membrane. With the steady upward trend of respiratory viruses this season, prevention is crucial. As of November 11, 2023, CDC estimates that influenza alone has led to nearly 800,000 illnesses this…

https://youtube.com/shorts/cn_qygJOBC0More than 300 healthcare professionals joined us for the 2023 Infection Prevention Bootcamp presented by the Kentucky Infection Prevention Training Center.  The two day, in person event and the day long virtual event, featured presentations from various infection prevention experts across a wide variety of topics.  Each in person day concluded with a hands-on experience where attendees had the opportunity to practice infection prevention techniques.  The days was packed full of valuable learnings for all.  Downloadable resources from 2023 Kentucky Infection Prevention Boot CampMedical Device ChecklistCDC Process for assessing products for infection prevention in healthcare settings: A framework from HICPACInfection Prevention Boot Camp Slide DecksDay 1 & 2: PresentationsDay 3: Virtual Presentations Previous Next

Calling all Healthcare Workers: Take the Infection Prevention Learning Needs Assessment and let your voice be heard! KyIP Training Center is asking for your help in collecting information about the knowledge and educational needs regarding basic infection prevention.  The COVID-19 pandemic drew attention to the gaps between infection control knowledge and practice within healthcare settings. This survey will help KyIP Training Center identify those gaps that occur in training or education. As an individual working in healthcare in the state of Kentucky, your insight is crucial. The results from the survey will provide insight into the educational needs of those working in healthcare regarding basic infection prevention. KyIP Training Center will use responses to guide future education and training plans so that we can continue to provide relevant and specific…