WHO strongly advises against COVID-19 antibody treatments
19 September, 2022The guideline replaces previous recommendations for their use and is based on emerging evidence that these drugs are not likely to work against currently circulating variants.
Westmead Hospital pilots new tool to identify sepsis risk in EDs
14 September, 2022The pilot project complements the Clinical Excellence Commission's (CEC's) Sepsis Kills program and supports clinicians in recognising and treating this infection.
Targeting airborne infection risk with real-time detection
12 September, 2022Real-time detection of human-origin pathogens in air systems and automatically minimising infection risks is one of the research goals of the $3.5 million+ ARC Australian Laureate Fellowship recipient.
Enhance your healthcare hygiene solutions
29 August, 2022From wipe downs to tunnel washes, we develop solutions that minimise microbial infection from contaminated surfaces. Protection through hygiene is an ongoing commitment for us, as we rise to tomorrow's healthcare challenges.
RSV prevention could be within reach: research
24 August, 2022Immunisations providing protection against deadly respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) could be accessible on the market within 12 months.
New Langya virus infects 35 people in China
15 August, 2022The virus is thought to have come from animals and causes fever, fatigue and a cough. So far, there is no indication that the virus is spreading from person to person.
Targeted monkeypox vaccine rollout to start Monday
05 August, 2022NSW Health, with support from ACON, will commence a targeted vaccination program against monkeypox (MPXV) on Monday, 8 August.
Whiteley V-Wipes
01 August, 2022Whiteley V-Wipes Instrument Grade Disinfectant (low level) wipes are suitable for cleaning and disinfecting of environmental surfaces and non-critical medical devices such as hospital beds and theatre trolleys.
Ionmax+ Aire and Aire X High-Performance HEPA UV Air Purifiers
01 August, 2022The Ionmax+ Aire and Aire X High-Performance HEPA UV air purifiers offer a clean air delivery rate (CADR) of up to 1000 m3/h.
Hidden pathogens in hospital hot water systems
25 July, 2022A new study has found evidence of hospital water as a source of potential infection and even antimicrobial and multidrug-resistant organisms.
Effective healthcare cleaning — saving lives and healthcare costs every day
01 July, 2022The rate of healthcare-associated infection can be reduced through effective infection prevention and control, including effective cleaning practices.
UTIs: bacterial behaviour offers clue to future treatments
29 June, 2022More than half of all Australian women will suffer from a UTI in their lifetime, and nearly one in three women will have an infection requiring treatment with antibiotics before the age of 24.
Study explores long COVID symptoms in kids under 14
27 June, 2022A study of children aged 0–14 years has confirmed that children who have received a positive COVID-19 diagnosis can experience symptoms lasting at least two months.
How to digitise your IPC strategy
23 June, 2022 by Amy SarcevicFor many healthcare professionals, face masks, shields and soap have been the hallmark images of infection prevention and control throughout the pandemic.
Eyes a haven for Ebola and other viruses
22 June, 2022A specific cell within our retina appears to be particularly good at housing Ebola and other viruses, according to research based on cells from donated human eyes.
