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Australasian College for Infection Prevention and Control
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ACIPC is the peak body for infection prevention and control professionals (ICPs) in the region. The College was established to promote the profession and support its members.
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Pneumonia remains a leading cause of preventable illness across Australasia & the Pacific.

Prevention goes beyond clinical care — it’s about vaccination, oral health, clean air, & equitable access.

Pneumococcal disease in Australia: https://tinyurl.com/4zyhp5hs

#WorldPneumoniaDay
November 12, 2025 at 12:27 AM
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Come along and meet the Special Interest Group (SIG) convenors at the ACIPC International Conference!

Meet convenors of the VIC, WA, SA, Paediatric, Sustainability, Veterinary, & Rural, Remote & Regional SIGs.

See the schedule here:
https://www.acipc.org.au/meet-the-sigs-at-acipc-2025/
November 11, 2025 at 2:46 AM
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From 2026, Infection, Disease & Health will move to online-only publication — reducing our carbon footprint and aligning with ACIPC’s sustainability goals.

Members can continue to access the journal online via the ACIPC website.

#ACIPC #Sustainability #InfectionPrevention
November 10, 2025 at 2:49 AM
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No flight needed - stream the ACIPC Conference live!

Join the ACIPC Conference online and catch every inspiring keynote, cutting-edge session, and big idea — all from wherever you are.

🔗https://acipcconference.com.au/registration/

#ACIPC25 #BusinessEventsTasmania #IPC
November 6, 2025 at 1:30 AM
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Have your say on the Point of Care Testing Standard.

The ACSQHC is seeking your feedback and aims to support health and aged care service providers that deliver POCT.

🔗Share your feedback here: https://www.safetyandquality.gov.au/newsroom/consultations/point-care-testing-standard-consultation
November 5, 2025 at 3:11 AM
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Make sure your conference experience is as packed as your suitcase!

Add a pre-conference workshop to your ACIPC schedule and dive deeper into the topics that matter most.

Be quick, spaces limited.

Register here:
https://acipcconference.com.au/registration/

#ACIPC25 #BusinessEventsTasmania #IPC
November 4, 2025 at 12:52 AM
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Human, animal & environmental health are connected — prevention depends on all three.

Our Sustainability resources are here: https://tinyurl.com/39eewh6x
Working with animals? Enrol in our 2026 Vet IPC Foundations course: https://tinyurl.com/4uspvaf5

#OneHealth #VetIPC #Sustainability
November 3, 2025 at 12:32 AM
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Our October newsletter is now available.

Don't miss out on this month's edition of IPC News.

#IPC #InfectionPreventionAndControl #ACIPC #IPCNews

https://www.acipc.org.au/ipc-news/
October 31, 2025 at 4:23 AM
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Register now for this regional webinar - Strengthening One Health in the Pacific: Applying One Health Operational Tools in the Pacific.

6 November 2025
12 pm Fiji Time
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Virtual (via Zoom)

Register now:
https://who.zoom.us/meeting/register/31U4oFwSSn2ckx_myhWn8w
October 30, 2025 at 3:37 AM
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Australia has declared syphilis a Communicable Disease Incident of National Significance in response to rising cases across the country. The Australian Government is coordinating the national response through the National Syphilis Response Plan.

🔗https://tinyurl.com/jf887h9m
October 29, 2025 at 11:30 PM
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WHO has launched the National Health Emergency Alert and Response Framework to help countries rapidly detect and respond to health threats.

As health emergencies grow more complex, this framework supports faster, coordinated, multi-sector action.

🔗https://tinyurl.com/bddx968r
October 29, 2025 at 5:00 AM
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From 1 November 2025, the new Aged Care Act, updated Rules & strengthened Quality Standards come into effect

Check out our video with Logan Heather. Video and slides available under Governance here:
https://www.acipc.org.au/members/ipc-in-aged-care/
October 28, 2025 at 1:22 AM
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Congratulations to Bushland Health Group in NSW - winners of our 2025 IPC Week photo competition!

Thanks to everyone who entered - we'll have photos of your celebrations in this month's IPC News

#ACIPC #IPCWeek #IPC #IIPW
October 27, 2025 at 4:40 AM
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Today is World Polio Day - a chance to celebrate the progress made toward eradicating polio worldwide.

Continued vaccination protects every child from this preventable, life-threatening disease. Together, we can ensure a polio-free future for all.

#WorldPolioDay #EndPolio
October 23, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Infection prevention isn’t just for outbreaks – it’s about every shift, every setting, every person, every day.

Strong, consistent IPC keeps everyone safe — not just in emergencies, but always.

🔗https://www.acipc.org.au/resources/ipc-week/

#ACIPC #IPCWeek #IPC #IIPW
October 23, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Our IPC Week photo competition closes at 3PM this Monday 27 October, so get your photos in for a chance to win a custom-engraved trophy!

Tag us in #ACIPC or email office@acipc.org.au.

Winner will be announced on Monday - enter now!

#ACIPC #IPCWeek #IPC #IIPW
October 22, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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Even with emerging threats like resistant organisms, we can adapt and stay resilient through strong IPC.

Resilience in infection prevention comes from teamwork, vigilance, and innovation.

Visit our IPC Week 2025 page here:
https://www.acipc.org.au/resources/ipc-week/

#ACIPC #IPCWeek #IPC #IIPW
October 22, 2025 at 10:21 PM
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The ACIPC office will be closed on Thursday 23 October 2025 for the Show Day public holiday.

We'll be back in the office on Friday 24 October.
October 22, 2025 at 4:45 AM
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Through safe practices, vigilance, and using PPE, we safeguard those most at risk – from aged care residents to critically ill patients.

For more information, articles and resources, please visit our IPC Week 2025 page here:

https://www.acipc.org.au/resources/ipc-week/
#ACIPC #IPCWeek #IPC #IIPW
October 21, 2025 at 10:39 PM
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Everyday infection prevention isn’t complicated — it's consistency that counts. Small actions can stop infections before they start.

For further information, articles and resources, please visit our IPC Week 2025 page here:
https://www.acipc.org.au/resources/ipc-week/

#ACIPC #IPCWeek #IPC #IIPW
October 20, 2025 at 10:20 PM
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When we unite for safety, we create a culture where infection prevention is everyone’s business. Together, we can strengthen IPC practices and keep our communities safe.

Visit our IPC Week page for more info and resources:
https://www.acipc.org.au/resources/ipc-week/

#ACIPC #IPCWeek #IPC #IIPW
October 19, 2025 at 11:38 PM
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It's IPC Week and we are here to help you celebrate!

Each day, we'll be focussing on a different aspect of IPC, so stay tuned, give us a follow and have fun with our posters, games, puzzles and photo competition!

https://www.acipc.org.au/resources/ipc-week/

#ACIPC #IPCWeek #IIPW #IPC
October 18, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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This week is Sterile Processing Week, recognising the committed specialists who fill Sterile Processing departments.

Though patients may never meet them, they are vital to patient outcomes.

ACIPC thanks everyone working in sterile processing for keeping us all safe!
October 16, 2025 at 4:33 AM
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Book now for the 2026 Veterinary Foundations Course on 6 March!

This groundbreaking course is designed for all veterinary staff worldwide and provides essential skills to implement IPC in your practice.

Register here:
https://tinyurl.com/4uspvaf5

#ACIPC #IPC #Veterinary
October 15, 2025 at 1:01 AM
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The 2025 ACIPC Conference Program is here – and you’re invited to join us in Hobart, 16–19 November for 4 days of connection, innovation, and professional growth.

Take a look at the full program here:
acipcconference.com.au/program/

#ACIPC25 #betasmania #betas #BusinessEventsTasmania
October 13, 2025 at 11:39 PM