The University of Providence’s Infection Prevention and Epidemiology (MSI) program has been called a “one of a kind” program – in part for its specialized focus on infection prevention as…
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Infection Prevention In Practice: The Evolution of the Field
Since the pandemic’s start, opportunities for Infection Preventionists and Epidemiologists have increased significantly. With new jobs popping up inside and outside of healthcare, new and exciting opportunities are available for…
Answering Common Questions About The MSI Program
The University of Providence’s Infection Prevention and Epidemiology (MSI) program is one of five graduate-level programs offered at UPs School of Health Professions. Launched in 2017, the program combines foundational…
Three Emerging Fields In Infection Prevention
In 2020, the U.S. faced Its deadliest pandemic since the 1918 Spanish Flu. Since discovering the first case of SARS-CoV-2 or COVID-19 in early 2020, the virus has infected over…
Ten Things Every Infection Preventionist (IP) Needs To Know
Infection preventionists (IPs) are responsible for preventing and containing infectious diseases throughout the healthcare continuum. Through evidence-based practice, critical thinking, enhanced data analysis, and targeted research,IPs play a significant role…
Healthcare In Five: Infection Control Specialist
Each year, the Centers for Disease Control estimates that approximately 99,000 deaths occur across the United States due to healthcare-acquired infections (HAIs). While enhanced safety procedures and healthcare protocols have…
