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27Mar 2024 by Chelsea Song

HIV Insights: A Three Part Educational Series

Recorded sessions now available Did you miss the live HIV Education Series? No problem—recordings are now available to watch at your convenience, free of charge. Whether you’re looking to deepen your understanding of HIV prevention, treatment, and care, or just catching up on what you missed, this series offers valuable insights. Interested in earning continuing education credit? Simply follow the instructions provided with each session to claim your CE.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SuSpB5OuzOI 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-day series, led by Dr. Anu Raghuram, provided 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…

22Mar 2024 by Chelsea Song

Read the 2023 Annual Report

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KyIP-Annual-Report-2023-2Download It's here! We are thrilled to announce the release of our 2023 Annual Report, providing an insightful overview of the remarkable progress and achievements over the past year. Highlights of the 2023 Annual Report: Empowering Lives Through Education: Explore the impact of our training programs on individuals and communities. Witness inspiring stories of personal and professional growth achieved through KyIP's commitment to quality education. Innovative Training Approaches: Delve into the innovative teaching methodologies and technologies. Discover how we are continuously adapting to the evolving educational landscape to provide a cutting-edge learning experience. Expansion and Training Developments: Learn about the expansion initiatives and program developments that have enhanced our capacity to serve more learners. Industry Partnerships and Collaborations: Explore our strategic collaborations with industry leaders and organizations. Understand how these…

11Mar 2024 by Chelsea Song

Get Social with KyIP Training Center

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Stay ahead of the curve in infection prevention by joining the KyIP Training Center's vibrant social media community! By following us on platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, you'll ensure you never miss out on the latest updates, insights, and resources in the field. Whether it's breaking news, upcoming events, or valuable tips and tricks from seasoned experts, our social media channels are your gateway to staying informed and connected. Engage with like-minded professionals, participate in discussions, and expand your network—all while enhancing your knowledge and skills in infection prevention. Don't let valuable opportunities pass you by; follow KyIP Training Center on social media today and stay at the forefront of this critical aspect of healthcare! KyIP-Follow-Us-on-Social-FlyerDownload

10Jan 2024 by Chelsea Song

Training Center Programs

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Check out KyIP Training Center's premier, no cost training program and let KyIP Training Center do the training for you! Looking for more resources in infection prevention and control education? KyIP Training Center is proud to offer three pathways for additional education, training, and mentorship: Mobile Simulation Unit - let us come to you to train! Bite Sized Education - breaks down complex topics into small, digestible chunks of information. IP Mentorship - new to IP/C? Let KyIP Training Center equip you and your staff with the knowledge and guidance to be successful. Click here to learn more about these programs!

05Jan 2024 by Chelsea Song

How to approach vaccine hesitancy amid alarmingly low vaccination rates

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Per the Kentucky Respiratory Disease Dashboard, there is a continuous increase in hospitalizations and Emergency Department visits related to COVID-19, influenza, and RSV (Workbook: DPH RSP 001 Respiratory Diseases (ky.gov)). A recent Health Alert Network (HAN) Health Advisory from the CDC highlights alarmingly low vaccination rates for COVID-19, influenza, and RSV. The coverage for the seasonal 2023-2024 influenza vaccine has notably decreased across all age groups compared to the previous season, with only 43.8% of individuals aged 18 and above and 43.9% of children aged 6 months to 17 years having received the flu vaccine, as reported on the CDC weekly flu vaccination dashboard as of December 23, 2023. The statistics for COVID-19 vaccination are even more concerning with only 7.7% of children aged 6 months to 17 years and 18.2%…

01Nov 2023 by Chelsea Song No Comments

Respiratory Illness: How to avoid antibiotic overuse through education

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It’s that time of year again when respiratory illnesses show up around the community in higher numbers and provider’s offices, clinics, and emergency rooms are filling up with people seeking treatment. So, the question is do they need antibiotics or supportive care?The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) lists respiratory infections as colds/runny nose, sore throat, excluding group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus (strep throat), COVID-19, influenza, bronchitis or a chest cold, middle ear infections, sinus infections, and pertussis, epiglottitis and laryngitis (1,2). So when might you need to prescribe an antibiotic? Antibiotics would be appropriate for patients who test positive for pertussis, strep throat, or have epiglottitis. However, for other respiratory infections, the need for an antibiotics is based on presentation, duration of…

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