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Environmental persistence of Enterococcus spp.: what dry surface biofilms mean for IPC

16/02/2026

An in‑depth look at the environmental persistence of Enterococcus dry surface biofilms (DSBs) and their implications for infection prevention and control. Exploring new evidence on long‑term survival, VRE resilience, and the critical role of effective environmental cleaning strategies.

Achieving and sustaining zero CLABSI – yes, we can!

09/02/2026

Achieving and sustaining zero CLABSI is possible. This blog reviews a quality improvement programme at KAMC‑J that drove CLABSI rates from 2.0 to zero through high‑reliability bundle implementation, multidisciplinary teamwork, and robust surveillance - while reflecting on the scientific and methodological lessons for infection prevention.

Candidozyma auris and the challenge of biofilms: a primer

02/02/2026

Candidozyma auris forms highly tolerant biofilms that drive persistence, resistance, and outbreak risk in healthcare, complicating detection and disinfection.

Genomic surveillance for IPC: principles and practicalities

27/01/2026

A practical look at genomic surveillance for IPC: what WGS offers, why implementation is hard, and how to move from reactive sequencing to routine use.

Efforts to tackle contamination of sinks in hospitals are heating up

19/01/2026

Discover how drainpipe thermal disinfection units are offering a new option for hospital sink disinfection. A new study from Japan reveals their effectiveness in reducing bacterial contamination, including Pseudomonas and CPE, in ICU settings.

Measuring Burnout in Infection Preventionists: Insights from a New Pilot Study

15/01/2026

Explore a new pilot study examining burnout among infection preventionists using the Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI). This blog breaks down key findings across APIC chapters, the impact of self‑awareness, and why systemic organisational support is essential for sustaining a resilient, effective IP workforce.

Do we need a hand to accurately identify C. auris carriage?

13/01/2026

Discover why patient hands, especially palms and fingertips, may be an important and often overlooked reservoir for Candidozyma auris colonisation. This blog unpacks new evidence on colonisation patterns, rapid environmental contamination, and what it means for IPC practice.

The emerging threat from Candidozyma auris (previously Candida auris): infection prevention and control challenges

05/01/2026

A concise, up‑to‑date overview of the emerging global threat posed by Candidozyma auris, covering its epidemiology, multidrug resistance, transmission dynamics, and key IPC challenges. Includes practical insights ahead of our first Insight Webinar on C. auris led by Dr Areej Al‑Ali.

2025 highlights and reflections from IPC Partners

24/12/2025

A year-end roundup of IPC Partners’ 2025 collaborations, insights, and case studies - spanning external reviews, Journal Clubs, conference presentations, expert panels, and consensus work - plus a look ahead to new learning opportunities and Insight Webinars in 2026.

Economic evaluation of enhanced cleaning and disinfection of shared medical equipment

15/12/2025

Explore the economic evaluation of the CLEEN study (a stepped-wedge trial showing that enhanced cleaning and disinfection of shared medical equipment reduces HCAI) showing that the intervention is almost certainly cost-effective and probably cost-saving. Learn why this matters for infection prevention and control (IPC) and what it means for future investment decisions