"Science has been portrayed as static and unchanging, and I think that has created unrealistic expectations that the public has for science and scientists in general." Erin Welsh, Ph.D. This Podcast Will Kill You Host #APIC25 #GeneralSession #Keynote

"Science is rarely portrayed accurately by the popular media, who tends to serve up these pieces of information that sacrifice nuance for a satisfying conclusion, or just an interesting story." - Erin Updyke, MD, PhD 𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙋𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙆𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙔𝙤𝙪 Host #APIC25

"As scientists, we cannot expect of demand trust from the general public. Especially if we don't recognize the failures of science and medicine on a systemic level." Erin Updyke, MD, PhD 𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙋𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙆𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙔𝙤𝙪 Host #APIC25

"The growing mistrust in science is a huge issue. Overstating expertise. Disinformation campaigns. Disguising bad science behind a medical degree to sell supplements." -Erin Welsh, PhD 𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙋𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙆𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙔𝙤𝙪 Host #APIC25

"Burnout is an epidemic. It's an epidemic at work. But we all know the truth - burnout happens for paid and unpaid work. But that paid and unpaid work changes everything." - Rachel Sheerin #APIC25

"A lot of people are working invisibly hard and carry a weight that most of us will never know. The work to fit into spaces. To make ourselves comfortable. There's so much invisible work going on." - Rachel Sheerin #APIC25

Congratulations to the 2025 APIC Award Winners! ▶️ l.feathr.co/PR_APIC25Award… Join us in applauding these extraordinary professionals who exemplify excellence in infection prevention. #APIC25 #InfectionPrevention #IPLeadership #HealthcareHeroes #IPCCommunity

To everyone who joined us in person in Phoenix or tuned in from around the world—thank you for making #APIC25 an unforgettable event! Here’s to the people who make infection prevention stronger. #APIC25 #WeAreIP

This Week in APIC eNews – June 25, 2025 Read this week’s full eNews: bit.ly/4kdulr4 #APICeNews #InfectionPrevention #IPResearch #APIC25 #HealthcareSafety #CBIC #LTC #Megasurvey2025 #IPStrong

Join us Thursday, July 24 at 1 PM ET for a free APIC webinar exploring how collaborative group training can build stronger IP teams and drive certification success. Register here 👉 l.feathr.co/GroupTrainingW… #InfectionPrevention #GroupTraining #HealthcareTraining #APICWebinar

Whether it was a breakthrough moment, a lesson learned the hard way, or a small action with a big impact, your story could help spark change. Help others grow, reflect, and lead by sharing what makes you proud to be an IP. Submit now: lnkd.in/eTXctANN #IPFactor

Want to improve infection prevention compliance across your team? Learn how group training can drive consistent knowledge and help your staff prepare for certification success. Register here 👉 l.feathr.co/GroupTrainingW… #InfectionPrevention #GroupTraining #HealthcareTraining

From brush types to drying myths and why IFUs aren't always enough—this month’s Science into Practice dives into real talk about endoscope reprocessing with guest Frankie Catalfumo. Listen now: l.feathr.co/SIP_07.25_Story #EndoscopeReprocessing #SterileProcessing

Join Deb Patterson Burdsall and Dr. Jerome Leis as they walk through the APIC and IPAC Ethical Framework and how it is being used in real-world IP practice. Register today bit.ly/4lnzaPY #EthicsInHealthcare #APICWebinar

In July's 5 𝘚𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘥 𝘙𝘶𝘭𝘦, hosts Kelly and Lerenza sit down with Gail Fraine and Dr. Mayar Al Mohajer to explore the power of the Advanced Leadership Certification in Infection Prevention (AL-CIP). Listen now: l.feathr.co/5SR_0725_Story #HealthcareLeadership #ALCIP

APIC’s Surveillance Microcredential is now available—your fast-track to mastering one of the most critical components of infection prevention and control. 👉 bit.ly/44KJTwN Surveillance #IPCLearning #APICEducation

Join Deb Patterson Burdsall and Dr. Jerome Leis as they explore how the APIC and IPAC Ethical Framework is helping professionals navigate the complex choices they face every day. ▶️ Register now: portal.apic.org/s/#/store/brow… #InfectionPrevention #EthicsInHealthcare #APICWebinar

Applications for the second cohort of the Advanced Leadership in Infection Prevention (AL-CIP) program are now OPEN! Apply by August 15 to join the next class of infection prevention leaders. Learn more & apply: bit.ly/4hB1pJa #HealthcareLeadership #CBIC #ALCIP

See what infection prevention expert and APIC 2025 President Carol McLay has to say about strengthening the infection prevention workforce as a key strategy to improve patient safety. Find in USA TODAY or read it online: bit.ly/459ppOz #PatientSafety

This week in eNews ▶️ l.feathr.co/eNews_07.18.25… #InfectionPrevention #AMS #HealthcareSafety #EID #NursingLeadership #Megasurvey #NIOSH #IFIC #IPC