The ICHE Podcast

Episode 54: Infection Prevention in Obstetrical Populations: Insights into Group A Streptococcal Infections


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In this episode of the ICHE Podcast, guests discuss the prevention and management of infections in obstetrical populations, with a focus on Group A Streptococcal (GAS) infections. Hosted by ICHE Editor-in-Chief, Dr. David Calfee, the episode features Dr. John Conly, Dr. Shandra R. Day, and Dr. Kiran M. Perkins. The discussion begins with an overview of GAS infections in healthcare settings, particularly in the peripartum period, highlighting the unique challenges associated with these infections. The guests explore strategies for healthcare-associated GAS infection prevention, including practical approaches and solutions to overcome implementation barriers. Each expert shares insights from their recent research, addressing questions their studies aimed to answer, the methods they used, key findings, important limitations, and the broader implications of their work for infection prevention. Together, they emphasize the importance of understanding risks specific to labor and delivery units and the critical need for evidence-based practices to mitigate these risks. The episode concludes with actionable advice from each guest, providing concrete steps facilities can take to assess and reduce the risk of GAS infections in obstetrical settings. Following the episode, be sure to visit cambridge.org/iche to access the research featured in this episode.
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