New look and feel of APIC online communities

To help you get the most out of IP Talk and other online communities in MyAPIC, we have redesigned the site with a fresh look and enhanced navigation.  Connect with colleagues today in your infection prevention communities.

Do you know the diagnostic tests used by IPs?

The Infection Preventionist's Guide to the Lab is your quick reference for the many diagnostic tests most frequently used by infection preventionists (IPs). Information is presented through a wide variety of easy-to-use descriptions, summaries, and tables. A must-have publication for IPs at any career stage (novice, proficient, advanced).

During the month of May, purchasers save 20% by entering promo code MAY2013.

Cutting-edge science to be presented at APIC 40th Annual Conference in Ft. Lauderdale

‘Infection prevention through the decades’ is conference theme

More than 4,600 attendees will gather June 8-10 in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. for the 40th Annual Conference of APIC to share and present leading-edge science on the prevention of infection. To commemorate 40 years of advancement, the opening plenary session will highlight milestones in infection prevention over the past four decades. The conference will feature more than 90 educational sessions and workshops led by infection prevention experts. CDC professionals will lead seven workshops on the National Healthcare Safety Network, the CDC’s infection tracking system. The conference aims to provide infection preventionists with tools and strategies that are easily adaptable and can be implemented immediately to improve prevention programs.

APIC selects Texas expert to lead revisions to premier infection prevention Text

Patti G. Grota, PhD, RN, CNS-M-S, CIC will serve as clinical editor of the 4th edition of the APIC Text of Infection Control and Epidemiology. Published by APIC, the APIC Text serves as one of the most valuable tools for infection preventionists throughout the world. Last updated in 2009, the APIC Text contains more than 120 chapters, spans nearly 2,000 pages, and covers the latest infection prevention guidelines, research, technology and clinical standards. The 4th edition, planned for publication in summer 2014, represents a comprehensive revision. 

Response from APIC: Boston Marathon bombings

Our thoughts go out to the victims of the April 15 Boston Marathon bombings. APIC thanks the first responders, bystanders, and healthcare personnel who helped the injured and worked to save lives. Their heroic efforts did not go unnoticed. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has prepared a list of resources for public health officials on preparing for and responding to bombing events. 

Call for volunteers and nominations

Apply today for available positions open on APIC's Member Services Committee, Emergency Preparedness Committee, and several Membership Sections. Interested in serving on a committee or a membership section? Complete and submit a volunteer application. In addition, nominations are now being accepted for the APIC Board of Directors, CBIC Board of Directors, and the Nominating and Awards Committee for terms beginning January 2014. The application deadline is May 10, 2013. Learn more about how to apply. For questions concerning opportunities to serve on a committee or in a leadership role, contact Barbara Long, senior director of Governance and Executive Affairs, at blong@apic.org.

Judene Bartley Advocacy in Action Scholarship applications due on May 3

The Judene Bartley Advocacy in Action Scholarship is newly established by APIC and the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA) to enhance training and application of public policy advocacy skills of outstanding members of both APIC and SHEA. The scholarship is established in the memory of Judene Bartley, MS, MPH, CIC, a teacher, researcher, and passionate advocate who dedicated her career to improving the delivery of healthcare through infection prevention and advancing the science of patient safety and quality improvement. Ms. Bartley was a dedicated member of APIC and SHEA and served as an essential voice in both organizations’ policy positions. Applications are due on May 3.

Eight hours of C. difficile education

Quality education for only $49 with the conference proceedings from the recent Clostridium difficile Educational and Consensus Conference.The proceedings include presentations in webinar format with audio synced with slides. 

Infection Prevention Policy Manuals - specials through April 30

Implement a program tailored to your specific practice setting with the practical tools and templates found in these policy manuals. Manuals available for hospitals, home health, ambulatory surgery centers, and behavioral health.

Call for Nominations: HHS-APIC-SHEA 2013 Partnership in Prevention Award

Do you know a team of prevention leaders in the U.S. acute care community who have achieved wide-scale reductions and progress toward the elimination of targeted healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)? The 2013 Partnership in Prevention Award will highlight the work of a hospital that achieved sustainable improvements based on the concepts of the “National Action Plan to Prevent Healthcare-Associated Infections: Roadmap to Elimination.” The award winner will be announced during International Infection Prevention Week (October 20-26, 2013). 

Annual Conference plenary sessions focus on past, present, and future

The APIC 40th Annual Conference will highlight the advances over the past four decades, review the current status of best practices, and look forward to global pandemic control.

Infection Prevention Training in Columbus and Denver

Register for the 2013 Infection Prevention Training courses. Hurry to take advantage of early registration rates.

Speakers announced for C. difficile Conference

The featured presenters for the new Clostridium difficile Educational and Consensus Conference are now available. Learn from leading experts, government agencies, and other healthcare professionals as they cover public reporting of C. difficle, current research and limitations, detecting C. difficile, the results of APIC’s Pace of Progress Survey, and more.

Make Certification Your New Year’s Resolution

What better New Year’s resolution than to become board certified in infection control? Strengthen your infection prevention and control knowledge and authority with the Certification in Infection Control (CIC®) credentials. Certification empowers you as a leader in infection prevention and enables you to see that evidence-based practices are implemented in your facility.

Enhance your preparation for the CIC® examination with discounted resources from APIC.

APIC announces recipients of Heroes Research Award program

APIC today announced two recipients of the Heroes Research Award program. The recipients are: Lillian S. Kao, MD, MS, FACS, associate professor and vice-chair for Quality in the Department of Surgery at University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston, and Kristen Woodman, MPH, infection control coordinator at the University of Toledo Medical Center.

APIC's 40 years of growth and progress highlighted in winter issue of Prevention Strategist

Special savings on the APIC Text

During the month of December, APIC is offering special savings on the APIC Text (print and online). The APIC Text is the most definitive, comprehensive infection prevention resource for every infection preventionist, clinician, and healthcare worker. Take advantage of this offer and save $50!*

APIC 2013 registration now open

Register today and save $100 by taking advantage of discounted early registration, and reserve your first choice hotel for APIC 2013 in Fort Lauderdale. 

APIC Resource catalog now available online

To showcase the wide range of APIC educational programs and materials that assist professionals in all aspects of infection prevention, APIC has published a Resource Catalog. From must-have publications to online, the new catalog describes resources to help advance your skills and maximize your member benefits. View the APIC Resource catalog to learn more. 

Infection prevention policy manuals discount

Save $25 on infection prevention policy manuals during the month of November. Policy manuals provide practical tools and templates to create and implement an infection prevention program in your facility. Visit the store now and enter promo code GCNOV2012 at checkout to save.