Live From Industry: Hand Hygiene - Why Bother?

Recorded On: 09/27/2023

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Sharon Ward-Fore, BS, MS, MT(ASCP), CIC, FAPIC, Infection Prevention Consultant, Essity

The objective of this presentation is to comprehensively examine the evolution of hand hygiene practices over time, critically evaluating instances where improvements could have been implemented. This webinar will be enriched by the incorporation of compelling statistical insights pertaining to hand hygiene, further reinforcing the central theme of continuous enhancement. An in-depth exploration of the intricate interplay between hand hygiene and Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs) will also be a focal point of this discourse. Ultimately, the primary emphasis of this presentation is to underscore the imperative of elevating our commitment to superior hand hygiene standards, driven by the unwavering dedication to the well-being of the patients under our care.

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In support of improving patient care, the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
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Sharon Ward-Fore, BS, MS, MT(ASCP), CIC, FAPIC

Infection Prevention Consultant

Essity

Sharon has worked in healthcare since 1985, in both acute care and industrial research and development. In R &D she was involved in microbiology research and development for surgical implantable devices, contact lenses and lens care solutions, pharmaceutical research and development, sterilization and disinfection cycle development and validation. She began her career as an Infection Preventionist at a Chicago Veterans Administration hospital, then moved on to an academic medical center acute care hospital in downtown Chicago.

Her areas of expertise include special pathogens training; personal protective equipment selection and training; emergency preparedness; surgical services; sterilization practices; disinfectants and cleaners, with a special place in her heart for environmental services. Medical device and equipment material compatibility with surface disinfectants is an area of great interest to her because patient and staff safety rely on compatibility and efficacy of products used in healthcare.

Sharon is the clinical advisor for Metrex where she helps with training and education for Metrex staff and their clients. She is also an independent infection prevention consultant; a member of the editorial advisory board of Infection Control Today magazine; and a Clinical Editor for The APIC Text.

She has a B.S. in Biology and Medical Technology, and a M.S. in Clinical Microbiology. She is Board Certified in Infection Control (CIC) and is an APIC Fellow (FAPIC).

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