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View article: A Rapid Risk Assessment for Measles Outbreaks in North Carolina
A Rapid Risk Assessment for Measles Outbreaks in North Carolina Open
Background On June 24, 2025, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) announced a measles case from an international traveler which resulted in multiple exposures including attendance at the Greensboro Science Ce…
View article: Exploring social vulnerability in National Health Safety Network surgical site infections
Exploring social vulnerability in National Health Safety Network surgical site infections Open
Objective: To assess the association between social vulnerability index (SVI) and surgical site infections (SSIs) using National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) criteria. Design: Retrospective cohort study between August 1, 2022, and Augu…
View article: P-1409. Differential Impact of a Penicillin Allergy Assessment Tool on Orthopedic Surgical Patients from Areas of High Social Vulnerability
P-1409. Differential Impact of a Penicillin Allergy Assessment Tool on Orthopedic Surgical Patients from Areas of High Social Vulnerability Open
Background Penicillin allergy labels (PAL) have been associated with increased risk of surgical site infections. Many penicillin allergy assessment tools are being trialed to improve perioperative β-lactam utilization. We report on the soc…
View article: P-234. Clinical Factors Associated with Central Line Associated Blood Stream Infections (CLABSI) in Hospitalized Dialysis Patients
P-234. Clinical Factors Associated with Central Line Associated Blood Stream Infections (CLABSI) in Hospitalized Dialysis Patients Open
Background We sought to understand factors associated with Central Line Associated Blood Stream Infections (CLABSI) in hospitalized patients receiving dialysis. Methods 7353 patients hospitalized between 2019 and 2021 with an ICD-10 code f…
View article: P-376. Impact of a preoperative in-person assessment (PIPA) on Hip and Knee Replacement Surgical Site Infections (SSI)
P-376. Impact of a preoperative in-person assessment (PIPA) on Hip and Knee Replacement Surgical Site Infections (SSI) Open
Background SSI results in increased mortality, morbidity, length of stay and healthcare costs. SSI prevention is complex and preoperative optimization is an essential component. We aim to assess the impact of a preoperative in-person asses…
View article: P-387. Exploring the Association Between Penicillin Allergy Labels (PAL), β-Lactam Utilization and Surgical Site Infections
P-387. Exploring the Association Between Penicillin Allergy Labels (PAL), β-Lactam Utilization and Surgical Site Infections Open
Background Several studies have reported higher surgical site infection (SSI) risk in patients with a penicillin allergy label (PAL). We explore the association between PAL, receipt of β Lactam Antibiotics and SSI in patients undergoing hi…
View article: System infection prevention in hospital networks in the United States—an SHEA research network inquiry into operational characteristics and current challenges
System infection prevention in hospital networks in the United States—an SHEA research network inquiry into operational characteristics and current challenges Open
A 54-question survey about System Healthcare Infection Prevention Programs (SHIPPs) was sent out to SHEA Research Network participants in August 2023. Thirty-eight United States-based institutions responded (38/93, 41%), of which 23 have S…
View article: Racial disparities in central line-associated bloodstream infections: the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic
Racial disparities in central line-associated bloodstream infections: the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic Open
This retrospective cohort study analyzed differences in rates of central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSI) in Black and White inpatients across 11 southeastern US hospitals from 2019 to 2021. Results showed higher CLABSI rate…
View article: System infection prevention in hospital networks – a SHEA research network survey
System infection prevention in hospital networks – a SHEA research network survey Open
Background: Hospitals are increasingly consolidating into networks and integrating infection prevention (IP) into system infection prevention programs (SIPP). Very little has been published about these programs. This survey sheds light on …
View article: A regionally tailored epidemiological forecast and monitoring program to guide a healthcare system in the COVID-19 pandemic
A regionally tailored epidemiological forecast and monitoring program to guide a healthcare system in the COVID-19 pandemic Open
In this paper, we have presented the framework used in our epidemiological forecast and monitoring program at Atrium Health, as well as provided recommendations for implementation by other healthcare systems and institutions to facilitate …
View article: National partnerships address critical needs in infection prevention and control
National partnerships address critical needs in infection prevention and control Open
The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted gaps in infection control knowledge and practice across health settings nationwide. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, with funding through the American Rescue Plan, developed Project Firstlin…
View article: Beyond the surface: a color-inclusive guide to central line site assessment
Beyond the surface: a color-inclusive guide to central line site assessment Open
Significant gaps exist in representation of diverse populations in central-line assessment education and tools. We review some of these gaps and provide some real-world guidance on how to assess central line sites in patients of all skin t…
View article: 2674. Disparities in Mpox Care: Use of the Social Vulnerability Index to Predict Mpox Infections
2674. Disparities in Mpox Care: Use of the Social Vulnerability Index to Predict Mpox Infections Open
Background The 2022 mpox outbreak disproportionately impacted minoritized populations especially in the US South, where 60% of infections were in Black men. Social vulnerability may explain some of the disproportionate disease burden as mi…
View article: 977. Impact of Chlorhexidine (CHG) vaginal preparation compared to betadine on rates of Total abdominal Hysterectomy (TAH) Surgical Site Infections (SSI)
977. Impact of Chlorhexidine (CHG) vaginal preparation compared to betadine on rates of Total abdominal Hysterectomy (TAH) Surgical Site Infections (SSI) Open
Background American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) both recommend vaginal cleaning prior to surgery as part of hysterectomy SSI prevention. However, there is no clear guidance on…
View article: 2435. Stewardship – It’s Not Just Antibiotics and Testing
2435. Stewardship – It’s Not Just Antibiotics and Testing Open
Background Longer central line (CL) dwell times are associated with increased risk of central line associated blood stream infections (CLABSIs). Removal of invasive devices when they are no longer clinically indicated is key to CLABSI prev…
View article: 2415. Health Outcome Disparities in Device-Associated Healthcare Infections Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic
2415. Health Outcome Disparities in Device-Associated Healthcare Infections Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic Open
Background The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a considerable increase in Central-Line Associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSI) and Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (CAUTI). However, it remains unclear how this affected differen…
View article: 980. Risk Factors for Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection Prior to and During the COVID-19 Pandemic
980. Risk Factors for Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection Prior to and During the COVID-19 Pandemic Open
Background Central line associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) increased during the COVID-19 pandemic1-3, especially in patients infected with SARS-CoV-2,4 but there has been limited analysis on other risk factors associated with this…
View article: Methicillin-resistant <i>Staphylococcus aureus</i> mupirocin resistance rates in a large healthcare system
Methicillin-resistant <i>Staphylococcus aureus</i> mupirocin resistance rates in a large healthcare system Open
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a common etiology of hospital-acquired infections (HAIs). One strategy to reduce HAIs due to MRSA involves a multistep decolonization process. This often involves nasal application of m…
View article: Hospital approaches to universal masking after public health “unmasking” guidance
Hospital approaches to universal masking after public health “unmasking” guidance Open
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View article: Evaluation of a health system’s implementation of a monkeypox care model under the RE-AIM framework
Evaluation of a health system’s implementation of a monkeypox care model under the RE-AIM framework Open
Objective: Emerging infectious diseases challenge healthcare systems to implement new models of care. We aim to evaluate the rapid implementation of a new care model for monkeypox in our health system. Design: This is a retrospective case …
View article: Monkeypox testing delays: The need for drastic expansion of education and testing for monkeypox virus
Monkeypox testing delays: The need for drastic expansion of education and testing for monkeypox virus Open
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View article: Estimated Monkeypox Susceptible MSM Population in North Carolina
Estimated Monkeypox Susceptible MSM Population in North Carolina Open
Using NHANES survey data we estimate that there are nearly 65,100 North Carolina residents who identify as men who have sex with men (MSM). Among those men, it is estimated nearly 15,700 have had at least one new sexual partner in the last…
View article: A case of severe acute respiratory coronavirus virus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) reinfection within ninety days of primary infection in a healthcare worker
A case of severe acute respiratory coronavirus virus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) reinfection within ninety days of primary infection in a healthcare worker Open
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View article: Severe acute respiratory coronavirus virus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infections occurring in healthcare workers after booster vaccination: A comparison of delta versus omicron variants
Severe acute respiratory coronavirus virus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infections occurring in healthcare workers after booster vaccination: A comparison of delta versus omicron variants Open
In this study, we used genomic sequencing to identify variants of severe acute respiratory coronavirus virus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in healthcare workers with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) after receiving a booster vaccination. We compared s…