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Tori Whitacre Martonicz's coverage is predominantly focused on healthcare and pharmaceutical industry, with a specific emphasis on patient safety, infection prevention, and medical devices. The content often includes data citations, expert commentary, and industry-specific insights.
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By: Tori Whitacre Martonicz
HSPA 2026 in Baltimore opened with record preconference attendance, expanded educational sessions, charitable community outreach, and global networking, highlighting the growing influence and momentum of sterile processing professionals across healthcare.
By: Tori Whitacre Martonicz
A case study presented at HSPA 2026 revealed how 2 VA facilities overcame persistent bacteria, conductivity, and biofilm issues in sterile processing water systems through recirculation, system mapping, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
By: Tori Whitacre Martonicz
Infection Control Today serves infection control, facility, and C-suite leaders with strategies on HAIs, patient care, safety, and quality outcomes
By: Tori Whitacre Martonicz
Handwashing gaps persist despite high awareness, according to Bradley's 2026 survey. As World Hand Hygiene Day (May 5) marks 17 years, experts stress clean restrooms, access, and behavior change are key to infection prevention.
By: Tori Whitacre Martonicz
Why should infection preventionists pay attention to a rare hantavirus cruise outbreak? Because it underscores a critical reality: pathogens do not follow expected patterns. This case highlights the need for system-wide vigilance, environmental hygiene, and preparedness in high-density travel settings. For IPs, it's a powerful reminder that effective infection prevention extends beyond health care facilities and must anticipate emerging risks before they escalate.
By: Tori Whitacre Martonicz
Sterile processing leaders Rebecca Lauber, FHSPA, and Vanessa Frank share insights from their HSPA 2026 presentation on career growth, professional identity, and active learning. Their message is clear: Empowering technicians, strengthening education, and building confidence are key to advancing patient safety and the future of sterile processing.
By: Tori Whitacre Martonicz
At HSPA 2026 in Baltimore, Malinda Elammari shares why education, certification, and data literacy are critical to advancing sterile processing. Learn how stronger advocacy and recognition can elevate SPD's role in patient safety and healthcare outcomes.
By: Tori Whitacre Martonicz, Emily Wheeler
As antimicrobial resistance accelerates and the pipeline for new antibiotics continues to shrink, infection preventionists are increasingly being
By: Tori Whitacre Martonicz
A rare hantavirus outbreak linked to a South American cruise ship is drawing global attention, but experts say fears of a COVID-19-style pandemic are largely unsupported. Infectious disease physician Matthew Pullen, MD, discusses Andes virus transmission, misinformation, cruise ship risks, and what health care professionals should really be watching for.
By: Tori Whitacre Martonicz
Sterile processing departments are often called the invisible backbone of surgical care, but a recent investigation involving Penn State Health and Milton S. Hershey Medical Center highlights what can happen when those systems come under pressure. Reports of contaminated instrument trays, sterilization backlogs, staffing strain, and communication breakdowns are raising broader questions about patient safety, infection prevention infrastructure, and operational priorities across health care.
