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American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
Join infection preventionists as they have conversations with authors of the latest research in the American Journal of Infection Control (AJIC) about how to advance the science and practice of infection prevention and control. While learning how to put the latest science into practice, maybe you will be inspired to take the next steps to develop your own research projects.
Episodes
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#64 Navigating Emotions in Infection Prevention: Mobile Ethnography and Implementation Science
How do emotions shape our approach to infection prevention? In this episode, we explore a groundbreaking study where physicians used mobile ethnography to…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#63 Behind the Mic: Reintroducing Your Hosts!
Ever wonder what the hosts of AJIC do in their free time? Join 5 Second Rule Podcast hosts, Kelly Holmes and Jess Fargher, as they flip the script on Nikki…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#62 Before the Breaking Point: The Future of Infection Prevention
What if the field of infection prevention collapsed by 2029? In this thought-provoking episode, experts Dr. Elizabeth Monsees and Dr. Stephanie Stroever…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#61 Leading the Charge: Transforming Infection Prevention Through Leadership
What does effective leadership look like for infection preventionists (IPs) in today's healthcare landscape? In this episode, we explore the insights from the…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#60 Rethinking Central Line Access: A Path to Safer Care
How often do we compromise patient safety for convenience? In this episode, Nicki and Jess dive into the unsettling reality of central line access, discussing…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#59 AI in Infection Prevention: Revolutionizing SSI Surveillance
Can artificial intelligence transform the way healthcare systems detect surgical site infections? Join us for a special episode of AJIC: Science Into Practice…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#58 The Hand Hygiene Illusion: Are We Really Washing Our Hands?
What if our perceptions of hand hygiene are far from reality? In this engaging episode, hosts Nicki and Jess explore the surprising gap between self-reported…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#57 Beyond Discharge: The Skilled Nursing Facility's Role in C. diff Management
Join Nicki and Jess as they dive into the journey of Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) infections as patients move between hospitals and Skilled Nursing…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#56 Measles is Back: Inside a Children's Hospital Outbreak Response
Measles is back, and when a community outbreak hit in early 2025, one children's hospital had to move fast. In this episode, hosts Nicki and Jess are joined by…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#55 Building CIC Confidence: Why Infection Prevention Training Consistency Matters
Have you ever tackled a complex job without a manual? In this episode, we dive into the reality of infection prevention training and explore how variability in…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#54 Stopping MRSA at the Nose: Inside a Breakthrough ICU Intervention
Can a simple nasal antiseptic protect ICU patients from deadly MRSA infections? This episode dives into how a Michigan hospital team reduced bloodstream…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#53 Antibiotic Intelligence: Reshaping Outpatient Stewardship With Smart Guidelines and Data Benchmarking
Can benchmarking data actually improve antibiotic prescribing for kids? In this episode of AJIC: Science into Practice, hosts Nicki and Jess talk with Dr. Rana…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#52 Strongyloides in Plain Sight: What Happened in a New York Care Facility?
How did a soil-dwelling parasite infiltrate a New York care facility? Hosts Jess and Nicki dig into a real-life outbreak of Strongyloides stercoralis with…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#51 Retention vs. Attrition: The Push and Pull of Infection Prevention Careers
Why do infection preventionists stay or walk away? In this episode, hosts Nicki and Jess sit down with guests Dr. Sara Reese and Albert Shackelford to unpack…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#50 Strengthening the Pipeline: Alabama's Model for Infection Prevention Training
What happens when infection prevention meets Southern charm? In this episode of AIC Science Into Practice, experts from UAB spotlight Alabama's Regional Center…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#49 Airing Out the Dirty Truth: Reducing Viral Aerosol Risk After Toilet Flushing
What really happens when you flush the toilet? In this episode, environmental microbiologist Dr. Charles Gerba reveals the science behind aerosolized germs…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#48 Inside the Scope: Fixing the Gaps in Endoscope Reprocessing
Confused by endoscope reprocessing gaps? Join hosts Nikki, Jess, and guest Frankie Catalfumo as they dig into brush types, drying myths, storage debates, and…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#47 The APIC 2025 MegaSurvey and the Future of Infection Prevention
Are you curious how infection preventionists are shaping the future of their field? Tune into this episode on the APIC 2025 MegaSurvey. Learn about the…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#46 Burnout, Beds, and Budgets: The Hidden Reality of IP Staffing
In this special episode, our very own host, Jess, swaps the mic for the guest seat, joining co-author Brenna Doran to unpack their newly published study…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#45 Enhanced Barrier Precautions: Strengthening Infection Prevention in Nursing Homes
How can nursing homes stop the spread of deadly infections without isolating residents? In this episode, the hosts, Jess and Nicki, dive into Enhanced Barrier…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#44 Infection Control in Action: Mount Sinai's Screening Strategies for Candida Auris
How can hospitals stop the spread of Candida auris before it starts? In this episode, infection prevention experts from Mount Sinai share how an expanded…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#43 Revolutionizing Infection Prevention: Empowering Healthcare Through Training Strategies That Work
How can we revolutionize infection prevention training in healthcare? Dive into this insightful episode as Dr. Terri Rebmann and Dr. Ashley Hughes explore…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#42 Closing the Gap: Insights From APIC's Infection Prevention Staffing Calculator
Can a staffing calculator really revolutionize Infection Prevention and Control? Join us for podcast number 42, where we dive into the world of infection…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#41 Data, Defense, and Disease: How Washington State Tackled COVID-19
In this episode, the guests delve into the outstanding work of the Washington State Department of Health in infection prevention, especially during the…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#40 Infection Prevention Power Hour: Certification, Mentorship and Training Uncovered
Are you interested in infection control and prevention? This episode of the American Journal of Infection Control: Science into Practice podcast, features…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#39 PEP Talk: Insights From the National Post-Exposure Hotline
In this fascinating AJIC Science Into Practice episode, hosts Nikki and Jessica explore the crucial topic of post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) with guest Dr…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#38 Genome Sequencing Reveals: COVID's 5-Hour Airborne Journey
In this podcast, hosts delve right into an enlightening discussion with Dr. Michael Charness, Dr. Kalpana Gupta, and Dr. Katherine Linsenmeyer about…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#37 Unraveling the Sociospatial Patterns: Health Disparities in US Skilled Nursing Facilities Amid COVID-19
In the podcast, guests Dr. Cynthia Lakon and Dr. John Hipp discuss their research on the socio-spatial health disparities during the COVID-19 pandemic in US…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#36 Neurosurgery Unplugged: Traffic Control in the Operating Room
In this engaging podcast episode our guests, Heather Dixon, Mathea Schafer, and Dr. Mohamed Yassin, discuss their article about the automated traffic…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#35 The Hidden Impact of COVID-19: Rising Hospital-Acquired Candida Infections
Want to stay updated on the latest in infection prevention and control? Join hosts Nicki Shore and Jessica Swain in the "Science into Practice" podcast brought…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#34 Seasoned Warriors: Navigating Infection Prevention Standards in Critical Access Hospitals
Did you ever wonder how Infection Prevention Program Standards were developed for Critical Access Hospitals? In this podcast, IP experts discuss their work in…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#33 Infection Preventionists Unplugged: Insights From Public Health, Consulting, and Academia
Dive into the lesser-known realms of infection prevention as we uncover the fascinating roles of Infection Preventionists (IPs) beyond the traditional…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#32 Turning Chaos Into Opportunity: Surgical Site Infections in a Pandemic
In this podcast episode of Science into Practice by the American Journal of Infection Control, hosts Nicki Shore and Jessica Swain have a fascinating…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#31 Navigating the Link Between Ventilator-Associated Events and Strategic Weaning Protocols
In this episode of the American Journal of Infection Control Podcast, host Nikki Shore speaks with Dr. Jennifer Sanguinet, Director of Infection Prevention at…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#30 UV Disinfection Deployment: A Quality Improvement Initiative at an Acute Care Facility
Do you want to know how to improve infection prevention in your hospital? Join us as we speak to those in the field of infection prevention and control, like…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#29 Tackling C. difficile: Examining the Impact of Length of Treatment on Recurrence Rates
Does longer treatment of C. difficile infection lead to fewer recurrences in patients taking concurrent antibiotics? Join us as we interview Irina Rajakumar on…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#28 A Tale of Two Hospitals: Investigating the Salmonella Javiana Outbreak
Have you ever wondered how infection prevention professionals investigate and mitigate food-borne illnesses? Join us to hear from Lisa Stancill and Madison…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#27 Putting CHG Bathing Into Practice: A Podcast With Yvette Williams
Have you ever wondered what prompted a CHG patient refusal bathing study? Join hosts Nikki Shore and Jessie Swain as the podcast "Science into Practice" dives…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#26 Putting Science Into Practice: A Talk with Dr. Stella Hines on Reusable Respirator Use in Healthcare"
Are you looking to learn about the latest research in the field of infection prevention and control? Join us as we speak to Dr. Stella Hines, MD, MSPH, an…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#25 Exploring Antibiotic Resistance & Stewardship in New York State with Dr. Danielle Durant
Are you an Infection Preventionist looking to learn more about the Healthcare Association of New York's State Antibiotic Stewardship Collaborative in 2015?…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#24 Breaking the Silo: Understanding the Impact of Airborne Microbial Contamination in the Operating Room with Dr. John Harp"
Do airborne contaminants increase the risk of prosthetic joint infections? In this podcast, Dr. John Harp discusses his observational study on sterile field…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#23 Reporting Device-Related Infections – Healthcare Workers' Perspective
Concerns and frustrations about inconsistencies with the public reporting of device-related healthcare associated infections: Perspectives of hospital leaders…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#22 Weighing the Connection Between a Patient Safety Climate and Infection Prevention Practices.
In this episode, Drs Hessels and Larson describe how a positive patient safety climate contributes to improved adherence to infection prevention and control…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#21 A Novel Way To Decrease the Amount of Inappropriate Urine Cultures Ordered
In this episode, Drs Krouss and Cho describe an intervention they did to decrease the amount of inappropriate urine cultures being ordered. They share with our…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#20 Utilizing Creativity To Make a Hand Hygiene Observer Program Effective
In this episode, our guest Ms. Wilson shares with us success and the key components of a robust hand hygiene observer training program using the 5 Moments. Ms…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#19 Factors That Influence Depression, Anxiety, and Burnout: Workplace Wellness Support Makes a Difference for Infection Preventionists.
COVID-19 added stress to infection preventionists resulting in anxiety, depression and burnout in their work lives that may have impacted their well-being. In…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#18 Does C. Diff (Also Known As Clostridioides Difficile or C. Difficile) in Previous Room Occupants Predict C. Diff in Subsequent Room Occupants?
In this study Dr. Sood and colleagues explore if the risk of a patient getting Clostridioides difficile Infection (CDI) is higher if the room was previously…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#17 Exploring Infection Preventionist (IP) Roles in Non-Acute Care Settings
Dr. Cervantes speaks on how she and her colleagues did a cross-sectional study using data derived from the 2020 APIC MegaSurvey to describe the state of…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#16 Did You Clean Your Hands Correctly? Using Thermal Imaging as an Innovative Way To Assess Hand Hygiene Technique.
John Boyce, MD, a renowned infectious disease specialist and hospital epidemiologist and colleague Richard Martinello, MD a medical director of infection…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#15 Let's Talk About Keeping Healthcare Linens Clean
Join our hosts Jessie Swain and Nicki Shorr as they talk with Dr. Janet Glowicz, a Senior Infection Preventionist with the Centers for Disease Control and…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#14 Let's Talk About Improving Duodenoscope Reprocessing
Join our host Jessie Swain as she talks with Erin Sparnon, a member of the team at ECRI that surveyed sterile processing staff to learn about human factors…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#13 Let's Talk About Steps We Can Take To Protect Patients From CRE
Listen in as our hosts Nicki Shorr and Jessie Swain talk to Dr. Marybeth Sexton to discuss her research into the risk factors for isolation of…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#12 Let's Talk About How To Reduce the Overuse of Antibiotics When Patients Are Discharged
Tune in to hear our hosts Nicki Shorr and Jessie Swain talk with Dr. Valerie Vaughn about partnering to reduce overuse of antibiotics when patients are…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#11 Let's Talk About How Management Practices and Strategic Communication Strategies Can Be Tools To Prevent Infection
Tune in to hear our hosts Nicki Shorr and Jessie Swain talk with Ann Scheck McAlearney, ScD, MS about how executive leadership attention and strategic…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#10 Working Together To Contain a CRAB Outbreak in a COVID-19 ICU
Tune in to hear our hosts Nicki Shorr and Jessie Swain talk with infection preventionists Rachel Guran and Kelsi Canavan along with Dr. Paula Eckardt about…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#9 What Can We Learn From Two AJIC Studies About Encouraging Flu Vaccination for Home Healthcare Personnel and Fogging To Reduce C. difficile?
Listen as our hosts speak with researcher Jingjing Shang about increasing flu vaccination of home healthcare personnel using policies, easy access to vaccine…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#8 Let's Talk About the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Healthcare Associated Infections: Getting Back to Basics
Listen as our hosts speak with Infection Preventionist Lisa Sturm about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on hospital-onset bloodstream infections (HOBSI) in…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#7 Using Technology for More Efficient Data Collection and Considering Improved Patient Care in Isolation
Listen as we speak with our guests about how technology can impact the daily work of infection preventionists, specifically using the electronic medical record…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#6 A Look at COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy: Who Do People Trust To Give Them Vaccine Advice and How Can We Use This Information Now and in the Future?
Listen as our hosts talk with Dr. Gina Piscitello of Rush University Medical Center about a study she and her colleagues conducted entitled "COVID-19 Vaccine…
- American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
#5 Working Together for Healthcare Worker Safety: The Gown-Glove Connection
Listen as our hosts talk with Dr. Selcen Kilinc-Balci, an author of a National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) study that illustrates the…