May 13, 2026
Matthew Pullen, MD, discusses lessons from COVID-19, health care worker safety, public health fatigue, outbreak preparedness, and why local planning remains essential for future infectious disease threats.
May 13, 2026
Matthew Pullen, MD, discusses why hantavirus remains a serious but geographically limited threat, explaining how low transmissibility and high mortality reduce the likelihood of a future pandemic.
May 13, 2026
Matthew Pullen, MD, explains the differences between Sin Nombre and Andes viruses, their transmission routes, and why hantavirus pulmonary syndrome remains a serious public health concern.
May 13, 2026
A rare hantavirus outbreak linked to a South American cruise ship is drawing global attention, but experts say fears of a COVID-19-style pandemic are largely unsupported. Infectious disease physician Matthew Pullen, MD, discusses Andes virus transmission, misinformation, cruise ship risks, and what health care professionals should really be watching for.
May 11, 2026
At HSPA 2026 in Baltimore, Malinda Elammari shares why education, certification, and data literacy are critical to advancing sterile processing. Learn how stronger advocacy and recognition can elevate SPD’s role in patient safety and health care outcomes.
May 07, 2026
Sterile processing leaders Rebecca Lauber, FHSPA, and Vanessa Frank share insights from their HSPA 2026 presentation on career growth, professional identity, and active learning. Their message is clear: Empowering technicians, strengthening education, and building confidence are key to advancing patient safety and the future of sterile processing.
May 01, 2026
At HSPA 2026 in Baltimore, sterile processing leaders Katie Belski, BSHCA, a-IPC, CRCST, CHL, CIS, CER; and Nicole Simon, CIS, CHL, CRCST, emphasized collaboration, mentorship, and stronger relationships between SPD and other departments to improve communication, resources, and patient safety across health care systems.
April 29, 2026
HSPA 2026 in Baltimore opened with record preconference attendance, expanded educational sessions, charitable community outreach, and global networking, highlighting the growing influence and momentum of sterile processing professionals across healthcare.
April 27, 2026
Scan fatigue is affecting sterile processing workflows, resulting in gaps in documentation and adherence. At HSPA 2026, Deannard Esnard, CRCST, CIS, CER, CHL, CFER, CQUIA, discusses the need to streamline tracking systems, improve staff engagement, and strengthen patient safety.