Infection Prevention

Research and Development Group of the Infection Prevention Society

[IPS @IPS_Infection]

The UK’s leading infection societies have published a landmark new report calling for urgent investment in the infection-specialist workforce.

📖 Read the report https://t.co/SqBJempEQ8
📅 Join the workforce webinar on 3 June https://t.co/5YbzY9qTZH

[Infection Prevention @IPSRnD]

This a a great opportunity to showcase all the amazing #IPC work being done by colleagues and teams! @IPS_Infection #Infectionprevention #patientsafety

[IPS @IPS_Infection]

Know someone who deserves recognition in IPC? 🌟

📅 IPS Awards nominations close midnight 1 June

👉 Submit your nomination today via the IPS website https://t.co/gwVWDMpgZC #Healthcare #IPC

[Infection Prevention @IPSRnD]

A fantastic opportunity to showcase all the real-world quality improvement #QI projects and #IPC #research being conducted to improve #patientsafety @IPS_Infection

[IPS @IPS_Infection]

🚨 Final call for abstracts for #IP2026! Submit your IPC research, QI project or innovation before 25 May. Topics include:
🦠 AMS
🧠 Behavioural science
🧴 Decontamination
🏥 Safe environments
🤖 AI in IPC

Early bird registration also closes soon: https://t.co/DJDzWvb3AM

[ESCMID @ESCMID]

The ECDC welcomes 20 applicants for a 5-day observership at their headquarters in Solna. The call is open and will close on 19 May, so be sure to review the process and submit your application today!

💡Info: https://t.co/NyQFlxVyPm

@eucic1

[IPS @IPS_Infection]

Today is World Hand Hygiene Day.

Share your #SmallWinsSaveLives moment:
📸 Photo
🎥 Short video
📝 One sentence

What small change have you made?

[World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO]

📢 Join our press conference on global health issues hosted by WHO Director-General @DrTedros today at 15.00 CET (Geneva time)!

[UNICEF Health @UNICEFhealth]

Measles is a highly contagious virus. For young children, it can be deadly.

But here is a dose of good news. Measles is preventable.

Measles vaccines have saved nearly 94 million lives in the past 50 years and children vaccinated against measles are protected for life.

#WorldMeaslesDay

[ICANetwork @ICAfricaNetwork]

🧼 Be a Hand Hygiene Champion

Join our Hand Hygiene Monitors Course

📅 20–24 April 2026
Register now: https://t.co/6MUSZOYVoh

#HandHygiene #IPC

[ICANetwork @ICAfricaNetwork]

🚨 Healthcare Workers

Join the Basic IPC/WASH Course
📅 13–17 April 2026
👥 Group booking rates available (5+)

Register now: https://t.co/6MUSZOYVoh

📩 [email protected]
📞 087 822 2828

#InfectionPrevention #IPC

[IPS @IPS_Infection]

Recent cases of #Meningitis in Kent show why early recognition and a coordinated response to bacterial meningitis are so important.

We share what this means for IPC professionals, from spotting cases early to supporting outbreak response.

Read more: https://t.co/ivYctM8x8O

[NHS @NHSuk]

Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly.

The NHS website has all the information you need, including what to look out for and when to get medical help.

➡️ https://t.co/FlXxJRTbqp

[IPS @IPS_Infection]

Everyone deserves to feel valued & included. 💙

We’ve launched the IPS EDI Strategy, a long-term commitment to make our Society more inclusive, help members thrive, and strengthen infection prevention for all. https://t.co/oNvq8zgQOQ

[IPS @IPS_Infection]

IPS Corporate Members – don’t miss our free Industry Partnerships & Insight Day!
💡 IPC priorities update
🤝 Meet NHS leaders
🎤 Speakers: Sally Palmer, Sue Green & Shanom Ali

📍 25 Feb | Tristel, Snailwell
🎟️ Free for members
➡️ https://t.co/8Cn9UncUTm

[IPS @IPS_Infection]

🚨 Wales Branch Annual Conference – Shaping the Future of Safe Care 🚨

📅 19 Mar | 8:30am | Cardiff

Join us for IPC insights, leadership, AI, & networking!

💷 Members £20 | Non-members £50
🎥 Watch Bev’s video to find out more!
👉 https://t.co/161t7SjCIY

[IPS @IPS_Infection]

🦷 We’ve drafted an updated Dental Audit Tool

We’ve created this version in response to requests from dental teams for clearer, evidence-based guidance.

⚠️ Please note: this is a draft version only

💬 Review the draft and share your feedback: https://t.co/caFiJSpyeQ

[IPS @IPS_Infection]

Nothing beats being there in person 👥

From meeting experts to discovering new innovations, in-person IPS events offer real connection, learning, and inspiration.

👉 Check out our six reasons why attending in person is worth it: https://t.co/539f93UaVq

[IPS @IPS_Infection]

Registration is open for #IP2026!

Join us in Leeds this September for two inspiring days of learning, insight and innovation in IPC.

🎟️ Early Bird rates available until 25 May
📍 Royal Armouries, Leeds | 28–29 Sept 2026

https://t.co/QVOBWPztXq

[World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO]

Prevention is the best protection. Vaccines are your ally in staying healthy.

Get your recommended vaccines today!

[UK Health Security Agency @UKHSA]

🧠👈 Forgetting to take your dose could cause a big problem for the future of antibiotics. #KeepAntibioticsWorking, and remember these simple steps:
💊 Don’t take them for colds or flu
💊 Don’t save them for later
💊 Take as directed

[IPS @IPS_Infection]

🚀 Step Beyond the Ward! Explore how IPC impacts every setting at the IPS South West Branch Conference, 4 Mar, Exeter.

Expert talks, practical learning & networking all day.

🎟️ Members £20 | Non-members £50

Book here: https://t.co/axa8HeEqzH