The Compliance Divas Podcast
Our podcast covers current topics such as infection prevention and control, OSHA and HIPAA compliance for dentistry. We discuss the latest regulatory information, answer frequently asked questions and give suggestions for dental practices to make compliance easy and sustainable.The Compliance Divas are a trusted source for consistent, accurate information based upon current guidelines, standards, science, and recommendations.
The Compliance Divas Podcast
#107 CDC Updated Infection Control Guidelines for Healthcare - May 8, 2023
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Leslie Canham, Mary Govoni, Linda Harvey and Olivia Wann
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Season 2
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Episode 107
Even though the COVID-19 Medical Emergency Declaration has ended, COVID-19 infections have not. Although some guidelines, such as practicing source control (masking at all times in the healthcare facility) is no longer required, most of the CDC's recommendations remain unchanged. In this episode, the Compliance Divas will discuss these updated guidelines in detail and relay what dental professionals need to know about the spread of aerosol transmissible diseases.
Resources:
- CDC Interim Infection Prevention and Control Recommendations for Healthcare Personnel During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Pandemic - Updated 5/8/2023 https://bit.ly/3OxmgBa
- ASHRAE Coronavirus (COVID-19) Response Resources https://bit.ly/3WtCMUH
- National Assoc. of County and City Health Officials (NAACHO) Directory of Local Health Departments https://bit.ly/3q8VoNF
- State of CA Dept. of Industrial Relations COVID-19 Prevention Requirements - Effective Until Feb. 3, 2025 https://bit.ly/3BMQZm6
- The CA Workplace Guide to Aerosol Transmissible Diseases https://bit.ly/3IuQVev