Recall: Gentamicin Injection BP 80 mg in 2 mL Steriluer
Consumers and health professionals are advised that Pfizer Australia, in consultation with the TGA, is recalling 10 batches of Gentamicin
World Antibiotic Awareness Week 13-19 November 2017
This year’s theme:Seek advice from a qualified healthcare professional before taking antibiotics.Antibiotics are a precious resource, so it is important
Why did five patients in the same hospital come down with a rare blood infection?
This is an interesting example from the US of vigilance with bacteraemias, and the value of extensive investigation. We can't
Risk-based workforce immunisation program for dental practices
Risk-based workforce immunisation programs in dental settings require clarification for both dental practices implementing the NSQHS Standards and for accrediting
The Role of the ICP in Antimicrobial Stewardship
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is considered by the World Health Organization (WHO) to be one of the three most serious problems
Preoperative Skin Antisepsis
Surgical site infections (SSIs) occur in 2-13% of patients undergoing surgery in Australia. SSIs can lead to increased morbidity and
Animal Visits in Healthcare Facilities
Healthcare facilities (HCF) may be visited by assistance, therapeutic and companion animals and these animals may pose a risk of
Mandatory Hand Hygiene Training
Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) impact on the safety and quality of healthcare in all settings. Due to the lack of a
Reports of patient infection from contaminated ultrasound gel
URGENT UPDATE: The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care has received advice from the TGA regarding reports
Flu vaccine confusion putting children’s lives at risk
HEALTH experts are saying cost, confusion and misunderstanding are preventing parents from getting their children vaccinated against the flu.Fewer than