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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 20h

📗The Journal of Hospital Infection is seeking two new Editors to join the team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in shaping the direction of a high-impact research journal in infection prevention and control

▶️Apply now: https://ow.ly/yzmE50X7LeE

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Journal of Hospital Infection @thejhi.bsky.social · 1d

🚨 We’re hiring! The Journal of Hospital Infection is seeking two new Editors to help shape leading research in infection prevention & control.

Apply now and be part of our next stage of development!

www.his.org.uk/journals/jou...

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 1d

The BEIPI Prospectus 🧾This publication is designed to influence national policy and will be launched in 2 weeks at Healthcare Estates.

Thank you to lead sponsor BIOVITAE and supporting sponsor Pharmafilter - there’s still time to sponsor.

Sponsorship packages 👉 https://ow.ly/UJZ250X7JYm

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 1d

🎤 “Two Worlds, One Shared Goal” at Healthcare Estates 2025 (22 Oct, Manchester Central), with Elaine Cloutman-Green & Rachelle McDade exploring infection control, design & planning in care.

🔗 Learn more about BEIPI: https://ow.ly/ZMRC50X6Uvo

#IHEEM2025 #IPC

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 2d

🎤 “Establishing the First Water-Free ITU in the UK & Challenges in Water/Wastewater Safety”
📍 Healthcare Estates Conference 2025, Manchester Central
📅 21 Oct 2025
🔗 Learn more about BEIPI: https://ow.ly/SAA150X6TLx

#IHEEM2025 #IPC #BEIPI

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 2d

🎤 “Establishing the First Water-Free ITU in the UK & Challenges in Water/Wastewater Safety”
📍 Healthcare Estates Conference 2025, Manchester Central
📅 21 Oct 2025
🔗 Learn more about BEIPI: https://ow.ly/SAA150X6TLx

#IHEEM2025 #IPC #BEIPI

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 3d

Join us for the FIS 2025 Social Evening on 3rd December at Aruba Bournemouth. Included in your ticket is a welcome drink and buffet. Find out more and book alongside registration 👉 https://ow.ly/nG1V50WXqlY

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 3d

Thank you to Napp Pharmaceuticals who are Exhibiting at #FIS25 https://fisconference.org/

If you are interested in exhibition and sponsorship opportunities, please contact [email protected]

#IPC #InfectionPrevention

Elevate Your Expertise at the Premier FIS Conference for Infection Prevention and Control

Join us at the FIS Conference, the ultimate gathering for professionals in infection prevention and control, infectious diseases, clinical microbiology, and biomedical science. Explore cutting-edge research, connect with industry leaders, and enhance your knowledge. Don't miss this essential event to stay at the forefront of your field.

fisconference.org

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 4d

View the programme for FIS International 2025

Discover the detailed sessions and plan what you would like to attend this year in Bournemouth. Remember you can join us for 1, 2 or all 3 days of conference ️➡️ https://ow.ly/88Bz50WXqqG

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 5d

⭐ #FIS25 SESSION HIGHLIGHT ⭐ Join us on day one to hear more about hot topics in HIV from BHIVA.

Register 👉 https://ow.ly/iJq650X5vxS

#IPC #InfectionPrevention #infection #InfectiousDiseases #microbiology #IDSky

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 5d

📍 We’re heading to Manchester Central for the Healthcare Estates Conference on 21–22 Oct!

🔗 Learn more about our initiative BEIPI (Built Environment Infection Prevention Initiative): https://tinyurl.com/36sxfhm5

#IHEEM2025 #IPC

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 6d

To mark #WorldMRSADay, we are sharing free resources from the Society so you can learn more about the impact of this superbug, and what you can do to tackle it.

🦠MRSA Guidelines: https://ow.ly/nbyx50TB0Qz
🦠One-page summary: https://ow.ly/P6bh50TB0QA

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 7d

Check out our latest article by Chair Dr Manjula Meda in Building Better Healthcare on 'Top 5 design mistakes healthcare facilities make that cause an infection risk'.

Read 👉 https://ow.ly/GJNW50X4ShS

Find HIS at this year's Healthcare Estates 2025 this month!

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 7d

🎓 Next IPC Training Day: IPC in specialised settings 🎓

Register now to find out about the role of Infection prevention and control in a bone and joint infection unit, renal dialysis unit, cystic fibrosis unit, and more.

🗓️ 12 November 2025

Register 👉https://ow.ly/4WPv50WXv5S

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FIS Conference @fisconf.bsky.social · Sep 8

⭐ #FIS25 SESSION HIGHLIGHT ⭐ Join us on the 2nd December 2025 to learn more about hot topics in bone and joint infection from BAJIS.

Register 👉 fitwise.eventsair.com/fis2025/regi...

@hisinfection.bsky.social @biainfection.bsky.social

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 8d

Today is #InternationalPodcastDay - did you know that HIS has a podcast? Check out 'Infection Prevention in Conversation' where Dr Gemma Winzor talks to expert guests about research, challenges and opinions in #IPC.

Listen now 🎧 https://ow.ly/vgfV50TvYKg

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 9d

SPONSORED: Check out the new podcast by ID:IOTS Podcast with HIS Corporate Partners bioMérieux

Chloe Pinkney, talks about the launch of LUMED™ APSS™, a Clinical Decision Support System (CDSS) and how it is transforming Antimicrobial Stewardship.

Listen now🔗 https://ow.ly/kkSi50X3BFV

ID:IOTS - Infectious Disease Insight Of Two Specialists | Healthcare Infection Society

SPONSORED: Check out the new podcast by ID:IOTS with HIS Corporate Partners bioMérieux. Chloe Pinkney, Clinical Development Specialist, joins ID:IOTS podcast to talk about the launch of LUMED™ APSS™, a Clinical Decision Support System (CDSS) and how it is transforming Antimicrobial Stewardship by: 👉Identifying non-optimal antibiotic prescriptions 👉Supporting evidence-based treatment decisions 👉Reducing IV use and hospital stays 👉Enhancing patient safety and outcomes Listen now 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eJ8N_Khh

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 9d

IPC leaders’ course - Taking surveillance forwards: making the most of your data📈

Understand how HCAI data can be collected and reported most effectively and how it can be used as a basis for improving the quality of care.

📅11 Dec💻Online

Register👉https://ow.ly/c2lX50WY2vW

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · Jul 1

Dr @jon-otter.bsky.social receives HIS Early Career Award 2025 🏆
Dr Otter, DIPC at Guys & St Thomas NHS Trust, stood out among a strong field of applicants. Read on to learn more about why the judges selected Jon as well as his thoughts on being awarded.
Read news story 👉 ow.ly/B2W450WhkVq

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Jon Otter @jon-otter.bsky.social · Jun 27

So, I have a bit of news...I have been awarded the @hisinfection.bsky.social Early Career Award. A massive honour and privilege! www.his.org.uk/news/dr-jon-...

Dr Jon Otter receives HIS Early Career Award 2025

www.his.org.uk

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Jon Otter @jon-otter.bsky.social · Jul 1

Interested to see this @hisinfection.bsky.social report on the silent pandemic and the role of the built environment www.his.org.uk/news/the-sil...

“The Silent Pandemic” Report Calls for Urgent Overhaul of Hospital Design to Tackle Antimicrobial Resistance and Healthcare-Associated Infections

www.his.org.uk

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · Jun 17

A clear theme this afternoon at #HISCON25: Competence development is key to solving challenges in the healthcare built environment.

Talks from Mike Weinbren, Nigel Keery OBE, and the NHP team (Alpa Patel & Rahul Chodhari) stressed that people—not just infrastructure—drive safer, resilient hospitals

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · Jun 17

How can hospital design fight AMR? At #HISCON25, Tim Ho & @ManjulaMeda shared how water-free ICU care tackles hidden risks in hospitals - more than a facilities fix, it’s a culture shift.

Learn more about this at our joint webinar with Architects for Health on 1 July: lnkd.in/e4nCkVe

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · Jun 17

Great start to #HISCON25 with Dame Judith Hackitt on systems thinking in complex organisations. From Grenfell to the NHS, she urged a shift from box-ticking to culture change, resilience, and collaboration. A powerful call for proactive safety and accountability.

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · Jun 17

Set up complete - ready to welcome everyone to #HISCON25

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