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American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice

Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC)
Infection Prevention
Covid-19
Public Health
Infection Control
Healthcare-Associated Infections
Salmonella Javiana
Antimicrobial Stewardship
Epidemiology
Patient Safety
Antibiotics
APIC
Enhanced Barrier Precautions
Foodborne Outbreaks
MRSA
Texas Epidemic Public Health Institute
Nursing Homes
Public Health Data
Data Analysis
APIC Mega Survey
Certification In Infection Control

Join infection preventionists as they have conversations with authors of the latest research in the American Journal of Infection Control (AJIC) about how to advance the science and practice of infection prevention and control. While learning how to put the latest science into practice, maybe you will be inspired to take the next steps to develop your own research projects.

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Join Nicki and Jess as they dive into the journey of Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) infections as patients move between hospitals and Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs). They're joined by special guests Kelly, Glenn, and Cory, who help unpack insi... more

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Measles is back, and when a community outbreak hit in early 2025, one children's hospital had to move fast. In this episode, hosts Nicki and Jess are joined by Chris, Christie, and Lacey to break down how their multidisciplinary team rapidly designed... more

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Have you ever tackled a complex job without a manual? In this episode, we dive into the reality of infection prevention training and explore how variability in orientation impacts CIC preparedness among infection preventionists in Texas. The conversa... more

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Can a simple nasal antiseptic protect ICU patients from deadly MRSA infections? This episode dives into how a Michigan hospital team reduced bloodstream infections with a twice-daily antiseptic, why it worked, and what it takes to implement this appr... more

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Recent Guests

Kelly Reveles
Associate professor researching CDI prevention and translation to practice
University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy; UT Health San Antonio
Episode: #57 Beyond Discharge: The Skilled Nursing Facility's Role in C. diff Management
Glenn Tillotson
Infectious disease microbiology and industry strategy expert
GST Micro; Editorial role at Lancet Infectious Diseases; Editor-in-Chief of Expert Review of Anti-Infective Therapy
Episode: #57 Beyond Discharge: The Skilled Nursing Facility's Role in C. diff Management
Cory Evans
CEO of Clinware Solutions; occupational therapist by training
Clinware Solutions
Episode: #57 Beyond Discharge: The Skilled Nursing Facility's Role in C. diff Management
Lacey Kovar
Senior Infection Preventionist, Covenant Children's Hospital
Covenant Children's Hospital
Episode: #56 Measles is Back: Inside a Children's Hospital Outbreak Response
Chris Gould
Senior Director of Environment of Care and Facilities Engineering, Texas New Mexico region
Covenant Health / Covenant facilities network
Episode: #56 Measles is Back: Inside a Children's Hospital Outbreak Response
Christie Vandygriff
Senior Manager of Infection Prevention, Covenant Health
Covenant Health
Episode: #56 Measles is Back: Inside a Children's Hospital Outbreak Response
Dr. Kayla Ruch
Infection prevention and control leader and public health educator with experience in acute care hospitals and health care epidemiology.
Texas Epidemic Public Health Institute at UT Health Houston School of Public Health
Episode: #55 Building CIC Confidence: Why Infection Prevention Training Consistency Matters
Sarah Prascius
Infection prevention specialist at Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital.
Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital
Episode: #54 Stopping MRSA at the Nose: Inside a Breakthrough ICU Intervention
Alex Wells
Manager of safety and reliability at Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital.
Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital
Episode: #54 Stopping MRSA at the Nose: Inside a Breakthrough ICU Intervention

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Nikki Schor
Host and infection preventionist, recognized for her engaging discussions on practical applications of infection control strategies and research.
Jess Swain
Co-host and expert in infection prevention with a focus on discussing innovative research and its implications in the field.

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#57 Beyond Discharge: The Skilled Nursing Facility's Role in C. diff Management
Q: What are the main discharge destinations for CDI patients and what does this imply for care transitions?
A large portion of CDI patients are discharged to skilled nursing facilities, highlighting the need for better care coordination, antimicrobial stewardship, and transition planning to reduce recurrence and readmissions.
#55 Building CIC Confidence: Why Infection Prevention Training Consistency Matters
Q: What should hospital leaders and administrators take away from your study?
Dr. Ruch emphasized that hospital leaders should assess and enhance their onboarding processes for infection preventionists to include standardized training resources and checklists.
#55 Building CIC Confidence: Why Infection Prevention Training Consistency Matters
Q: How did you determine what content was essential to include in the survey?
Dr. Ruch described her focus on determining demographic information of IPs and the competencies required for the CIC, modeling some questions from previous surveys to gather relevant data.
#55 Building CIC Confidence: Why Infection Prevention Training Consistency Matters
Q: What motivated you to study orientation and training variability among infection preventionists?
Dr. Ruch explained her experience in different states and facilities, noting a lack of a traditional training pathway and how that inconsistency complicates the job for novice infection preventionists.
#52 Strongyloides in Plain Sight: What Happened in a New York Care Facility?
Q: What did you observe during your infection control assessment?
We noticed significant missed opportunities for hand hygiene and made recommendations to improve access to hand sanitizer and training on PPE.

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Focusing on the science and practice of infection control, notable themes include discussions on infection prevention strategies, antibiotic stewardship, and innovative interventions in healthcare settings. The content often features insights from leading researchers and practitioners in infection prevention, addressing both the challenges and advancements within the field. Episodes provide valuable perspectives on real-world applications of research findings, highlighting the significance of continuous education and collaboration among healthcare professionals to improve patient safety and healthcare outcomes. This podcast stands out for its direct connection to the research published in a reputable journal, making it a unique resource for... more

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