Make orthopedic SSIs all but disappear. We're zeroing in on zero, using these 9 steps.

More than half of patients with SSIs return to hospital within 30 days. A study finds SSIs the best predictor of surgical readmissions.

Specialized surgical instruments had been previously used on a patient confirmed with Creuzfeldt-Jakob Disease. N.C. neuro patients face a fatal disease risk.

The microscopic residue of surgery and exams can cause big-time problems. Beware of the biofilm.

Test your knowledge and review the evidence on this antiseptic patient preparation. What do you know about pre-op CHG showers?

How to get your surgeons to comply with the revised guidelines. The CDC is expected to advocate alcohol-based skin preps.

Here's how to stay ahead in the battle against bioburden. 10 effective strategies for staying ahead with your surface disinfection.

Are Your Endoscopes Clean Enough? A manager's guide to successful reprocessing.

Robotic cleaners give an extra layer of surface disinfection.

The quest for products that protect your skin as well as they prevent infection.

Shortcuts and slip-ups are more common than you might think. Endoscope reprocessing's dirty little secrets revealed.

Remove the guesswork so you can defend your choice in surgical skin antisepsis. What is your standard of care in skin prepping?

Plastic Surgery Center Accused of Reusing Syringes - This Just In - Oc

Infection Control: Could anesthesia providers be spreading infections? Ask yourself these few questions to see if your patients are at risk.

Infection Control - Outpatient Surgery Magazine - September, 2013

Are Your Antibiotics On Time, Every Time? - Outpatient Surgery Magazin

A Better Bath: 3 Days of CHG Application - Outpatient Surgery Magazine

Which Skin Prep Is Best? - Outpatient Surgery Magazine - August, 2013

Clean ORs: A Surprisingly New Concept - This Just In - July, 2013

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