Special Editions Archive

A Look Inside Low-Temp Sterilization; 6 points to keep in mind about reprocessing heat-sensitive instruments.

5 Ways to Standardize Skin Prepping Practices; Applying preps the same way every time eliminates the variables that increase infection risk.

Stop the Spread of MRSA; Nasal decolonization is a practical way to lower infection risks.

Scratch Beneath the Surface; Audit the effectiveness of OR cleaning by taking a big-picture view of the entire process.

Get Reprocessing Right With Every Tool, Every Time; Q&A with Weston "Hank" Balch, CRCST, CER, CIS, CHL, instrument care expert and sterile processing podcaster.

Make the Switch to Rigid Sterilization Containers; Do away with blue wrap for reprocessing high-volume instrument sets.

Are Your Endoscopes Really Clean? Are Your Endoscopes Really Clean?

Twice the Protection; Double gloving prevents injury and infection, so why aren't more surgical teams doing it?

Combat Biofilm; Tips to prevent bacteria's slimy fortress from forming on your instruments.

On Point; No More Excuses