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CDC updates U.S. monkeypox cases to 45, says overall risk remains low

The CDC reported over 1,300 monkeypox cases globally, including 45 in the U.S.

CDC publishes monkeypox testing procedure for laboratory personnel

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention last week released the procedure for laboratory personnel using its generic real-time PCR test to diagnose monkeypox virus.

Weigh In Social Factors Along with Clinical Conditions When Predicting Sepsis Risks

A new study indicates that social factors, when built into sepsis readmission models, can help predict which patients are at risk of an unplanned readmission within 30 days.

CDC again updates testing guidance for hepatitis of unknown cause in children

The agency is investigating 109 potential hepatitis cases of unknown cause in U.S. children since last October.

Project Firstline Resources

AHE is pleased to offer resources supporting health care environmental services professionals.

EVS on the Project Firstline Blog

Environmental Services (EVS) leaders and staff plays an essential role in providing a clean and safe environment for all through infection prevention and control practices.

CDC alerts providers to hepatitis cases of unknown origin in children

The agency is investigating hepatitis cases in children with adenovirus.

CDC reports increase in most sexually transmitted diseases in 2020

CDC today reported a 15% increase in syphilis among newborns in 2020, as well as a 7% increase in syphilis and 10% increase in gonorrhea in other Americans.

CDC reports sharp decline in TB diagnoses during pandemic

Reported tuberculosis diagnoses fell 20% in 2020 and 13% in 2021, compared with annual declines before the pandemic of just 1%-2%.

Certificate in Non-acute Care Cleaning (CNACC) April 2022 Virtual Train-the-Trainer Workshop

The Certificate in Non-acute Care Cleaning offers front-line cleaning and disinfection workers/technicians a thorough educational opportunity on cleaning in the healthcare environment outside of acute care settings.