Infection Control Today, May/June 2025 (Vol. 29 No.3)

August 08, 2025

Sterilization is the backbone of safe patient care, but not all methods are created equal. From steam’s tried-and-true reliability to ethylene oxide’s versatility for complex devices and hydrogen peroxide plasma’s rapid, residue-free cycles, each technique carries unique advantages—and limitations. Understanding when and how to use them can mean the difference between seamless infection prevention and costly setbacks.

July 09, 2025

Who knew candy, UV lights, and a college kid in scrubs could double hand hygiene adherence? A Pennsylvania hospital’s creative shake-up of its infection prevention program shows that sometimes it takes more than soap to get hands clean—and keep them that way.

June 13, 2025

Rooted in ancient rituals of renewal, spring-cleaning has evolved from cultural tradition to a vital infection prevention strategy in modern hospitals—one that blends seasonal deep cleaning with advanced disinfection to reduce pathogens, improve air quality, and protect patients.

June 06, 2025

The Bug of the Month helps educate readers about existing and emerging pathogens that are clinically important in today's health care facilities.

May 27, 2025

It’s a familiar request at the dentist—“close your lips around the suction.” But that small act could expose you to backflow contamination from previous patients. This first article in a brand new column by Sherrie Busby, EDDA, CDSO, CDIPC, explores the unseen risks of dental suction devices—and why patients should pause before obeying.

March 24, 2025

AAMI TIR17:2024 provides updated, evidence-based guidance on material compatibility with sterilization modalities. It offers essential insights for medical device design and ensures safety without compromising functionality.