Join Matt Song PharmD, BCIDP as he discusses the guidelines for de-escalation from IV to PO antibiotics in gram-negative bacteremia. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Dji60nUGaI
2025 has been a busy year for KyIP! Our team published 28 free CE modules on Continuing Education Library - Kentucky Infection Prevention Training Center, bringing the total to over 90 available courses! We hosted IP Boot Camp earlier this year, where over 350 were trained and over 1300 CE hours were claimed.Within KyIP, we’ve connected with over 200 healthcare staff members during in-person simulation training. Our team will complete the 17th Grand Rounds Session on 12/17. Employees from Norton Infectious Diseases and the Kentucky Department for Public Health presented via webinars discussing HIV, measles, and wastewater surveillance.Our team attended Infection Prevention Week at Owensboro Health, where they connected with nearly 200 healthcare workers. KyIP had over a dozen education consults, which led to the development of infection prevention training…
Lessons Learned & Best Practice Measles Cases in Healthcare Settings 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 provides 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. Click here to view more continuing education Learning Objectives By the end of this session, participants will be able to:Describe the recent epidemiology of measles in Kentucky and the U.S. and lessons learned from recent cases and outbreaksIdentify the role of healthcare facilities in responding to suspect measles casesApply best practices for collaborating with Public Health when suspect…
Kentucky currently has one of the highest antibiotic prescribing rates in the nation, with 1,089 prescriptions per 1,000 people, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This rate exceeds the national average and highlights an urgent need for stronger antimicrobial stewardship efforts across the state. Unnecessary antibiotic use contributes to the development of antimicrobial resistance, a growing global threat. Infection Preventionists play a critical role in stewardship efforts. They are uniquely positioned to educate both clinical staff and patients about the risks of inappropriate antibiotic use and to reinforce that most respiratory infections—such as viral bronchitis, colds, and the flu—do not require antibiotics. IPs can help dispel myths and clarify that supportive care, not antibiotics, is the standard for viral illnesses. In addition to education, IPs should…
Join Kristina Bryant, MD and Kasie Hoover, MSN, APRN, FNP-C as they examine the clinical significance and diagnostic challenges of latent tuberculosis infections. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vmHQyakf80M
Infection Prevention Week is almost here! Rather than just a week, this month we are celebrating the incredible work of Infection Preventionists—true heroes behind safe healthcare. Every day, you save lives through your dedication to improving practices and preventing infections. From surveillance to hand hygiene, water management, and everything in between, you know the ins and outs of your facility and understand the strengths and challenges of your teams. It takes a unique perspective to see the unseen—the pathogens invisible to the naked eye—but you recognize the risks and act with precision. You investigate and educate. You intervene and implement changes that drive infection rates down. You are trusted colleagues, vital team members, and leaders who make safe healthcare possible. Despite juggling many responsibilities and keeping up with extensive guidelines,…
KyIP in the Community: Supplies over Seas KyIP and Norton Research Institute recently rolled up their sleeves at Supplies over Seas (SOS), a Louisville nonprofit making a global impact by redistributing surplus medical supplies and equipment to communities in need. Together, we helped sort and pack life-saving materials destined for hospitals and clinics around the world. Volunteering with SOS was a powerful reminder of how collaboration can strengthen health systems, reduce waste, and extend the reach of care far beyond Kentucky’s borders.Learn more about SOS and how you can get involved by clicking the link below. Pictured: members of KyIP and Norton Research Institute What is SOS? Supplies over Seas is a Louisville, Kentucky-based nonprofit organization that meets critical health care needs in medically impoverished communities around the world by collecting and…
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…
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
