Puzzled by Project LegEnd? A Volunteer Program to End Legionella in New York State Healthcare Facilities

PUZZLED BY THE FIRST PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS STANDARD FOR LEGIONELLA WATER SAFETY AND MANAGEMENT? AUGUST 18

The ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI 12080 Professional Qualifications Standard for Legionella Water Safety and Management Personnel establishes the minimum training and education requirements to qualify as a knowledgeable professional. Learn more about ASSE standard and how to become a certified Legionella Water Safety and Management Specialist.

Puzzled by Project LegEnd? A Volunteer Program to End Legionella in New York State Healthcare Facilities

PUZZLED BY WHY INFECTION PREVENTIONISTS WORRY ABOUT WATER? January 6

Nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) are an increasingly frequent cause of pulmonary disease, particularly in individuals with predisposing conditions such as cystic fibrosis. Find out why NTM a waterborne pathogen of growing concern. Learn about a new method for recovery of NTM from water samples, resulting in a highly simplified culture method and an increased yield of NTM.

Legionella Guidebook

Legionella Guidebook

Whether you’re studying for certification, are new to Legionella, or need a handy reference, Puzzled by Legionella? A Guide to Understanding Prevention, Detection, and Water Management is for you!

Puzzled by Project LegEnd? A Volunteer Program to End Legionella in New York State Healthcare Facilities

PUZZLED BY LABORATORY ISOLATION OF NTM? December 9

Nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) are an increasingly frequent cause of pulmonary disease, particularly in individuals with predisposing conditions such as cystic fibrosis. Find out why NTM a waterborne pathogen of growing concern. Learn about a new method for recovery of NTM from water samples, resulting in a highly simplified culture method and an increased yield of NTM.

Puzzled by Project LegEnd? A Volunteer Program to End Legionella in New York State Healthcare Facilities

PUZZLED BY A PSEUDOMONAS OUTBREAK? OCTOBER 28

A Pseudomonas aeruginosa outbreak occurred in a level III NICU 28 private single bed unit after moving into a newly constructed building. Get lessons learned on the the importance of having a comprehensive water management plan and risk assessment, ensuring that temperature and water flow during construction is carefully managed, and why the Infection Control practitioner should be part of every stage of construction process.