In addition to developing programs that promoted essential hygiene for those living in impoverished neighborhoods, Baker was a lesbian and feminist.
LGBTQ in History: Strides in Preventive Medicine
Infection Control Nurses: An Important Player in the Fight Against HAIs
It is critical to control and prevent HAIs, as many of these infections are caused by serious antibiotic-resistant threats.
70% of Today’s Medical Decisions Depend on Laboratory Results—Lab Professionals Save Lives
Each year, Medical Laboratory Professionals Week (MLPW) celebrates the people who provide critical diagnostic information to help save patients’ lives. Now in its 44th year, MLPW continues to improve public understanding and appreciation for lab personnel and the critical work they perform.
On This Day in Humanity’s Battle Against Infectious Disease: Joseph Lister
Known as the “Father of Antiseptic Surgery,” it was Lister’s work in battling surgical infections that made him famous and has saved an incalculable number of lives.
The Value of Diagnostics in Combatting Antimicrobial Resistance – A Public Health Problem
At this year’s World Anti-Microbial Resistance Congress, Dr. Tristan Timbrook delivered a...
Lindsay Denny Discusses the Critical Role of WASH in Preventing Infectious Diseases and Fighting Antimicrobial Resistance
WASH, which stands for water, sanitation, and hygiene, are basic...