ABSTRACT: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) represents a major public health concern worldwide. To effectively combat AMR, the use of point-of-care (POC) diagnostic tests is recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO). In this qualitative study, we investigated the drivers that influence the implementation and adoption of POC diagnostic tests in healthcare settings in Quebec, Canada, to help fight against ...
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ABSTRACT: Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) contribute to extended hospital stays and heightened in-hospital mortality rates. Effective infection prevention and control (IPAC) strategies are crucial for curtailing infection rates. The COVID-19 pandemic amplified disease burdens, compelling rigorous preventative measures. Mackenzie Health introduced the IPAC Safety Coaches Program to bolster adherence to IPAC guidelines and mitigate ...
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ABSTRACT: Tracking healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) is crucial for reducing and preventing transmission. This study aimed to evaluate the validity and reliability of the Canadian Nosocomial Infection Surveillance Program (CNISP) COVID-19 surveillance data by assessing key metrics, including case definition, case classification, and ...
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ABSTRACT: Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the daily responsibilities of the Infection Prevention Department (IPD) have been exacerbated by heightened regulatory and licensing requirements, increasing demands from medical staff and patients, and an expanded scope of work. Consequently, infection preventionists (IPs) have struggled to find the bandwidth to effectively implement patient quality care improvement projects. The increased demand for infection prevention and control (IPAC) responsibilities has made it challenging to fill open IP positions. To address this need, a collaborative Modified Work Program (MWP) between the IPD and Human Resource Department at a National Cancer Institute-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center has proven effective. Modified Staff for ...
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  Heather Gagnon, MPH1*, Maureen Buchanan-Chell, BScN, RN1, Melody Cordoviz, BScN, RN1, Sibina Fisher, BSc, BScN, RN1, Jennifer Happe, MSc1, Linda Kamhuka, MSc1, Roberta McCombie, MSc1, Sharon Pelletier, BScN, RN1, Angele Vaters, MSc1,2, Gwyneth Meyers, PhD1 1 Infection Prevention and Control,...

The Canadian Journal of Infection Control is a leading international peer-reviewed journal providing a platform for knowledge transfer and academic discourse in the field of infection prevention and control and hospital epidemiology. The journal invites submission of manuscripts outlining original research...