18Nov 2024 by Chelsea Song
Do you still have questions about Water Management?

Do you still have questions about Water Management?

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Please join Nancy Johnson DrPH, MSPH, CIH, Environmental and Occupational Countermeasures Program Manager, with the Kentucky Department for Public Health, for KyIP Office Hours on December 10, 2024. Nancy and her team will be available to answer questions about water management plans presented during the recent Water Management Webinar series. Disclaimer: The KDPH can only advise on technical issues related to water management in healthcare settings based on information provided by the CDC (US Centers for Disease Control), ASHRAE (American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air-conditioning Engineers), AIHA (American Industrial Hygiene Association), and the CSTE (Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists). The KDPH will not be able to comment on internal policy issues or specific recommendations for consultants or products.
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05Nov 2024 by Chelsea Song
Holiday Travel and Health: The Importance of Patient Travel History for Disease Prevention

Holiday Travel and Health: The Importance of Patient Travel History for Disease Prevention

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Wow, the year has flown by, and the holidays are right around the corner! Many people take this time to travel both across the United States and internationally to connect with family and friends. However, it’s essential to be aware that communicable diseases not commonly found in Kentucky may be circulating in areas where travelers have been. This underscores the importance of conducting a thorough travel history for anyone seeking care. For instance, the Oropouche virus is present in Cuba, and there are reports of measles outbreaks in the United Kingdom. While some global outbreaks, like the Marburg outbreak in Rwanda, prompt airport screenings, this is not always the case. Gathering a complete travel history helps the care team understand the full context and tailor a plan that meets the…
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30Sep 2024 by Chelsea Song
Pertussis: What You Need to Know to Protect Your Patients

Pertussis: What You Need to Know to Protect Your Patients

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Pertussis, also known as Whooping Cough, is an illness with a name that captures its characteristic symptom—the cough. It's a sound that can be genuinely frightening, sometimes resembling a person gasping for air, and it just doesn’t seem to let up. The relentless coughing fits can cause severe respiratory distress and, in some cases, lead to failure. Pertussis is a highly contagious respiratory illness caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis. Despite the availability of vaccines, we are seeing a rise in cases, with current rates surpassing pre-pandemic levels and cases now four times higher than they were at this time last year. So, who is most at risk? Infants under one year of age, as well as individuals with immunocompromising conditions or asthma, are particularly vulnerable. Babies, especially, are not…
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28Aug 2024 by Chelsea Song
Listeria Outbreak!

Listeria Outbreak!

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Join Kirsten Trudeau, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, with the KyIP Training Center as she talks about the most recent outbreak of Listeria, who is at risk, and what to do if you have any recalled products. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=But317OEOEE
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26Aug 2024 by Chelsea Song
Resources for Collecting Quality Blood Cultures

Resources for Collecting Quality Blood Cultures

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Join Kirsten Trudeau, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, with the KyIP Training center as she talks about the resources KyIP has to help your team collect quality blood cultures. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=St4VzbFgQwo https://www.cdc.gov/healthcare-associated-infections/bd-bactec-availability/index.html https://www.idsociety.org/multimedia/clinician-calls/cdcidsa-clinician-callbd-bactec-blood-culture-bottle-shortage/ https://www.mycme.com/courses/simulation-best-practice-obtaining-blood-cultures-9188
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23Aug 2024 by Chelsea Song
Mastering Water Management: A Practical Application

Mastering Water Management: A Practical Application

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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 every Thursday in October starting on October 10th, from Noon -1:00 PM EST 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 on our April 2024 sessions and offers free CE credits. Secure your spot and ensure your facility is equipped to tackle water-related challenges. This series builds upon the foundational knowledge presented in the 2024 Water Management series hosted this past April by KyIP with sessions presented by KDPH. Click here to view previously recorded Water Management Sessions. Click the link below to register for the…
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