NEW #NOROVIRUS DATA: We have seen a continued rise in norovirus cases again this week. The ‘winter vomiting bug’ is 117% higher than the 5-season average. 📈 See the full report here 👇 gov.uk/government/sta…

This Journal Club by Kerry Holden on the role of IPC in address health inequalities is a must-watch! youtube.com/watch?v=EyloPs… Sometimes not obvious to know what we can do to help and issues can seem remote from daily IPC practice, so great to have some practical suggestions

🧼 #Norovirus spreads easily, washing your hands regularly with soap and warm water can help limit the spread 🏠 You remain infectious for 48 hours after symptoms stop and should stay home at this time 🔄 Just because you’ve had norovirus once doesn’t mean you won’t get it again

Do you have diarrhoea, vomiting or 'flu-like' symptoms? If so, it could be norovirus. If you have been unwell with norovirus, please don’t visit loved ones in hospital until you're 48 hours symptom free. You could be putting others at risk #DontPassItOn

Self care is so important 💕

Did you see our latest #Norovirus data? Cases are still increasing: 23.5% higher than the previous 2-week period and largely seen in those over 65. 📈 See the full report here 👇 gov.uk/government/sta…

LATEST #NOROVIRUS DATA: Although norovirus levels have stabilised over the last few weeks, they are still more than double the five-season average. Full report 🔗 gov.uk/government/sta…

NHS England is seeking comments on the draft doc “Use of gloves when applying standard infection control precautions (SICPs) and transmission-based precautions (TBPs): systematic literature review”. HIS members to submit comments by 29 April. Respond👉 ow.ly/g2oF50VwkrG

📢 SAVE THE DATES: Water and wastewater safety in healthcare course 📢Our sold out course will be back - learn how to improve #patientsafety by reducing the risk of #HCAIs💧 📅 7-10 October 💻Online Join our mailing list for early access to registration👉ow.ly/wOg750VuyvT

NEW GUIDELINE 📄 ESCMID and HIS are drafting the scope for a new joint guideline on environmental sampling for detecting MDR bacteria and C. diff in IPC. We’re seeking stakeholder input on the guideline’s scope and topic areas. 📅 Respond by 16 May👉 ow.ly/hKBU50VBKAI

I like this new ⁦World Health Organization (WHO)⁩ video - think the tag line is great “it might be gloves - it’s always hand hygiene”. youtu.be/8xnUk35MFdU?si…

🦠C. diff infections remain a prevalent and costly healthcare challenge, particularly affecting elderly, comorbid patients 💰The IBIS study in Germany presents data on the health economic burden of refractory and recurrent #Cdiff infection journalofhospitalinfection.com/article/S0195-…

World Hand Hygiene day 5th May - weekend prep all ready for our stand on Tuesday 👐🫶👐

Celebrating my eldest 21st

👐 Celebrate @who World Hand Hygiene Day! 👐 📘Read research and insights from @IPIP_open for free here▶️ ow.ly/zWKb50VM7Aw #handhygiene #WHHD

🏥 Proper oral care is a critical intervention for reducing ventilator-associated pneumonia #VAP 🦷This study evaluates the effectiveness of single-use oral care sets in reducing VAP incidence and assessing ICU nurses' perspectives on their use journalofhospitalinfection.com/article/S0195-…

A blotchy, sometimes raised, rash is one of the signs of #Measles. It’s not usually itchy, and it can look different on different skin tones. 🧒🏼🔴🧒🏾 If you think you or your child has measles, contact your GP practice urgently or call NHS 111. 📞

Published today, our latest data shows continued high levels of measles cases, amid fears of a further surge once the new school term begins. Two doses of the #MMR vaccine gives the best protection against #measles. Book your child's vaccine appointment today 💉

#PlymGrad Congratulations Kyle, proud of you!!👏

#PlymGrad well done brother from Juneau and Kerris x