Category: CE

KYWSS: Using Cues to Anticipate Viral Trends Join Kentucky Infection Prevention Training Center (KyIP) and the Kentucky Wastewater Surveillance System (KYWSS) Environmental & Occupational Countermeasures Program Manager from the KY Department for Public Health for a free webinar. The  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. Click here to view more continuing education Using Cues to Anticipate Viral Trends: Join Nancy Johnson DrPH, MSPH, CIH, Environmental and Occupational Countermeasures Program Manager, Kentucky Department for Public Health,…

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…

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: 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: 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…