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In 2015, The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) conducted the first MegaSurvey of its members to understand key aspects of their practice. Given the evolving role of Infection preventionists (IPs), it is

As the world continues to address the COVID-19 pandemic, we are presented with the opportunity to take stock of our experience and reflect on the journey ahead. The year 2022 marks an especially auspicious time for APIC as we celebrate the 50th

During the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released guidance regarding extended use and re-use strategies in response to the national

Healthcare personnel (HCP) can come into contact with pathogens shed by infected patients, putting them at risk for occupationally-acquired infections. Pathogens of recent concern include emerging pathogens, such as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome

Chemicals that eliminate pathogenic microorganisms including virus, bacteria, and fungi from non-living surfaces are important for disinfection.1 Numerous reports have shown that microorganisms can survive on surfaces even after application of

Hand washing is defined as washing hands with regular soap or antimicrobial soap, ranging from briefly rinsing to intensely scrubbing the hands and drying properly. Hand washing is critical in fighting infectious diseases since hands contaminated

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has become a major health burden worldwide, with over 600 million confirmed cases and 6 million deaths on 15 December 2022. Although the acute phase of COVID-19 management has been established, the long-term

Wearing a face mask is a primary public health method to reduce SARS-CoV-2 transmission.

Although the SARS-COV-2 virus is a serious threat to population health in all jurisdictions, the response to this pandemic has varied substantially across the United States. While vaccines offer some protection against severe morbidity and mortality