Infection Control Today

Infection Control Today is the top resource for infection prevention professionals and their peers in areas such as operating rooms, sterile processing, environmental services, and materials management. Since 1997, it has been dedicated to supporting hospitals with essential information on infection prevention. The Infection Control Today magazine, website, and e-newsletters provide up-to-date and relevant guidance that healthcare professionals require to safeguard their institutions, patients, and fellow workers while working to prevent healthcare-associated infections.

National, Trade/B2B

English

Magazine

Outlet metrics

Domain Authority

Ranking

Global

#692017

United States

#432303

Health/Public Health and Safety

#286

Traffic sources

Monthly visitors

Articles

“A Coup Against Science”: Health Groups Decry Kennedy’s Firing of National Vaccine Advisory Panel

2 weeks ago | infectioncontroltoday.com | Richard Payerchin

This article first appeared on our sister brand, Medical Economics. Health care organizations ripped the decision to dissolve a national advisory board on vaccines, and apparently reconstitute it for a meeting this month. On June 9, Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy announced he was firing 17 sitting members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices (ACIP).
How Multiplex Testing Is Revolutionizing Tick-Borne Disease Detection: An Interview With Jason Barker, ND

3 weeks ago | infectioncontroltoday.com | Tori Whitacre Martonicz

June 5, 2025By As tick-borne diseases such as Lyme, Babesia, and Anaplasma increase across the US, accurate early detection remains a critical challenge. Jason Barker, ND, clinical lab educator at Vibrant Wellness, explains how innovative multiplex testing is transforming diagnostics and improving outcomes for patients and providers alike. The growing threat of tick-borne diseases is placing immense pressure on patients, providers, and public health systems nationwide.
Far UV-C Light Shows Promise for Decontaminating Medical Equipment in Clinical Settings

3 weeks ago | infectioncontroltoday.com | Tori Whitacre Martonicz

Portable medical equipment is a well-documented vector for the transmission of health care-associated pathogens, yet consistent cleaning after each patient use remains a challenge. A new study investigated the effectiveness of wall-mounted far UV-C light technology as an automated, adjunctive solution to enhance equipment decontamination in hospital settings.
Inside CIC Exam Trends and the Future of Infection Preventionists’ Training Pathways

3 weeks ago | infectioncontroltoday.com | Tori Whitacre Martonicz

Infection prevention is a cornerstone of patient safety, but the road to becoming a certified infection preventionist (IP) remains uneven. In a new interview with Infection Control Today® (ICT®), Kayla E. Ruch, PhD, MPH, CPH, HACP, CIC, shares insights from her recent study published in the American Journal of Infection Control.
Undermining Public Health: The Consequences of RFK Jr.’s Agenda

4 weeks ago | infectioncontroltoday.com | Tori Whitacre Martonicz

In recent months, Robert F. Kennedy Jr, the current Health and Human Services Secretary, has taken a series of sweeping actions that are rapidly reshaping America’s public health landscape, decisions that many experts fear could reverse decades of progress.
A Conversation With the President: Arlene Bush Reflects on Conference Highlights and the Year Ahead

4 weeks ago | infectioncontroltoday.com | Tori Whitacre Martonicz

The 2025 Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) Annual Conference and Expo in Louisville, Kentucky, was more than a gathering; it was a celebration of progress, connection, and vision. Arlene Bush, CRCST, CER, CIS, SME, DSMD, CRMST, newly inaugurated as HSPA president, described the experience as both exhilarating and humbling. Surrounded by peers and industry pioneers, Bush stepped into her leadership role with clarity and commitment.
Rising to Lead: Arlene Bush Steps Into HSPA Presidency With Vision and Heart

1 month ago | infectioncontroltoday.com | Tori Whitacre Martonicz

Arlene Bush, the president of the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA), is no stranger to service or leadership. Bush is preparing to take the helm at HSPA with a message of gratitude, readiness, and purpose. In this interview with Infection Control Today® (ICT®), a few days before the 2025 HSPA Annual Conference and Expo, Bush reflects on the surreal moment of stepping into a role she never imagined yet fully embraces. “I never thought I would be in this seat,” Bush shared.
Beyond the Scalpel: Why Localized Drug Delivery Could Be the Key to Reducing Surgical Site Infections

1 month ago | infectioncontroltoday.com | Tori Whitacre Martonicz |Dikla Czaczkes Akselbrad

As surgical site infections (SSIs) begin to rise again across health care systems, traditional prevention strategies are being tested and often found wanting. Dikla Czaczkes Akselbrad, the chief executive officer of PolyPid, believes it is time for a paradigm shift. In a candid interview with Infection Control Today®(ICT®), Akselbrad outlines the critical role localized drug delivery can play in closing the gap between perioperative protocols and real-world outcomes.
Bridging the Education Gap: Improving Complex Instrument Reprocessing in Sterile Processing

1 month ago | infectioncontroltoday.com | Tori Whitacre Martonicz

At the 2025 HSPA conference, Cheron Rojo, BS, FCS, CHL, CIS, CER, CFER, CRCST, who is the senior manager of clinical education for Healthmark, a Getinge company, spoke with Infection Control Today® (ICT®) and shared key findings from a year-long study examining shaver handpiece reprocessing. His presentation underscored significant challenges in education, inspection, and instrumentation use, especially when sterile processing professionals are not adequately trained or equipped.
Precision Matters: Why Proper Detergent Use Is Critical for Cleaning Complex Medical Devices

1 month ago | infectioncontroltoday.com | Tori Whitacre Martonicz

At the 2025 HSPA Annual Conference & Expo, Matthias Tschoerner, Dr Sc, Nat, head of Applications, Engineering, Research, & Development from a Hamburg-based chemical company, Chemische Fabrik Dr. Weigert GmbH & Co. KG, shared insights into the science and challenges of cleaning medical devices in sterile processing departments (SPDs).