09Jan 2026 by Chelsea Song
Information on Influenza For Long-Term Care Healthcare Workers

Information on Influenza For Long-Term Care Healthcare Workers

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Your Role in Stopping Flu Starts with Immunization This flu season is projected to hit harder, with 20% more cases than last year. Facilities like ours face unique challenges—close contact with vulnerable patients means higher risk of exposure and transmission. Why your flu shot matters: Protect patients: Residents depend on us to keep them safe. Most flu deaths occur in people 65+. Reduce staffing disruptions: Flu-related illness can lead to extended sick leave, call-outs, and staffing shortages—impacting patient care. Stay healthy and available: Immunization decreases severity and helps prevent hospital visits. Professional consensus: The AMA, American College of Cardiology, IDSA, and American College of Physicians all strongly recommend flu immunization for healthcare workers. Last year, two-thirds of hospitalized flu patients were not immunized. Protect yourself, your team, and your patients—get…
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09Jan 2026 by Chelsea Song
Information on Influenza For Long-Term Care Patients and Families

Information on Influenza For Long-Term Care Patients and Families

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Protect Yourself and Your Community This Flu Season Flu season in the U.S. is expected to be more severe than last year, following trends in Australia and the UK where cases are unusually high. Experts predict 20% more infections this year. Why immunization matters: Older adults are most at risk: 90% of flu-related deaths occur in people 65 or older. Prevents serious illness: The flu vaccine reduces severity and lowers the chance of hospitalization by 30–40%. Protects your neighbors: In long-term care settings, flu spreads quickly. Immunization helps stop transmission. Last year, two-thirds of hospitalized flu patients were not vaccinated. Getting your flu shot is one of the best ways to stay healthy and protect those around you. References Heidenreich, P. A., Bhatt, A., Nazir, N. T., Schaffner, W., &…
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07Jan 2026 by Chelsea Song
Catheter Related Blood Stream Infections in Chronic Hemodialysis Registration

Catheter Related Blood Stream Infections in Chronic Hemodialysis Registration

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KyIP Training Center was proud to host guest speakers Dr. Teshome and Dr. Kindler for a session on Catheter-related bloodstream infections. CRBSI remain a serious complication for patients receiving chronic hemodialysis. This session will explore the clinical and infection prevention aspects of CRBSI to equip healthcare providers with practical knowledge and evidence-based strategies.Topics included:Challenges of vascular access optionsHemodialysis with a central venous catheter (CVC)Pathophysiology of CRBSIManagement, outcomes, and economic impact of CRBSIPrevention strategies, goals, and guidelinesRegistration InformationThe webinar event has closed. As this was a live event, no recording is available. Did you attend this event and want to claim CE? Click the link below.  Click to Claim CE About the SpeakersBesu F. Teshome, PharmD, MSc, BCPS, is a Medical Science Director at CorMedix Therapeutics, engaging healthcare providers across Tennessee, Kentucky, Missouri,…
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20Nov 2025 by Chelsea Song
2025 Year in Review

2025 Year in Review

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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…
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11Nov 2025 by Chelsea Song

Lessons Learned & Best Practices for Measles Cases in Healthcare Settings

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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…
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23Oct 2025 by Chelsea Song
Antibiotic Awareness Week

Antibiotic Awareness Week

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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…
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15Oct 2025 by Chelsea Song
Infection Prevention Week

Infection Prevention Week

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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,…
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08Oct 2025 by Chelsea Song
KyIP at SOS

KyIP at SOS

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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…
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