ACIPC

Our February newsletter is now available. Don't miss out on this month's edition of IPC News. #IPC #InfectionPreventionAndControl #ACIPC #IPCNews acipc.org.au/ipc-news/

A coalition of leading medical and public health organizations, including IDSA, announced a federal court has issued a preliminary injunction staying Sec. Kennedy’s changes to the childhood vaccine schedule and CDC ACIP appointments. Press release: bit.ly/4cMSZid

Interested in influenza? Curious about Chikungunya? Explore our Bug Library – a collection of our Bug of the Month articles from IPC News, covering symptoms, transmission, treatment and more. Browse here: acipc.org.au/resources/bug-… #IPC #PublicHealth #Pathogens

ACIPC members are invited to the Sustainability SIG meeting 📅 Wed 25 March | 🕛 12 PM AEDT | Online Hear from Kylie Taylor & Patricia Knight on the NSW Net Zero Infection Prevention Hub & progress toward climate-resilient IPC services. Register: tinyurl.com/4whfy98u

You are warmly invited to the Vascular Access Special Interest Group (VASIG) meeting on Wednesday, 18 March at 3:00 PM AEDT. Topic: Bundles, Guidelines, and Next Steps for the VASIG Register: cdesign.eventsair.com/acipc-secretar…

You are warmly invited to attend the upcoming Paediatric SIG meeting on Tuesday, 24 March at 2:00 PM AEDT.    Topic: “Improving Hand Hygiene Compliance in Paediatric Critical Care to reduce Healthcare-associated infections" Register here: tinyurl.com/28ddhwvv

ATAGI has released its 2026 seasonal flu vaccine guidance, outlining updates to vaccine formulations &dosing. NCIRS has also refreshed its flu resources. For more information and links click here: ncirs.org.au/2026-influenza…

March's NCAS webinar will focus on Paediatrics. Date: Wednesday 18 March 2026 Time: 8.30AM AEDT Host: Josephine Wen Speakers: A/Prof Brendan McMullen, A/Prof Penelope Bryant Register now at: tinyurl.com/2w9vum9j @NCAS_Aus #AMS

This #InternationalWomensDay (8 March) we celebrate the incredible women in IPC. Your expertise and dedication protect patients, support healthcare workers and keep communities safe every day. Thank you. #IWD2026 #WomenInHealthcare #IPC #BalanceTheScales

The ACIPC office will be closed on Monday, 9 March 2026 for the Eight Hours Day public holiday. We will return on Tuesday, 10 March 2026.

Western Australians are warmly invited to attend the WA SIG meeting on 19 March, 7:00–9:00 AM (AWST). 📍 Grace Vaughan House, Shenton Park or online via Teams Topic: IPC Outside the Box Free for WA members and non-members. Register: cdesign.eventsair.com/acipc-secretar…

Diagnostic Stewardship - from swab to requisition Presenter: Carrie Spinks Guest Speaker: Jim Gauthier Join us for this free webinar, to register please click the link below: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Are you involved in testing for HIV & hepatitis? Our next Blood Borne Virus Testing Course starts 17 July 2026. This course is suitable for healthcare practitioners who perform testing in all healthcare settings Cost: $350 Book here: tinyurl.com/3m346tbx

Today is #RareDiseaseDay. 300 million people worldwide live with a rare disease. There are 6,000+ rare diseases — 72% are genetic and 70% begin in childhood. Let’s advocate for equitable access to diagnosis, treatment, care and inclusion. #MoreThanYouCanImagine #HealthEquity

ACIPC has signed a new MOU with the Pacific Community (SPC) to strengthen IPC capacity across the Pacific. Together, we’ll support IPC education, workforce development & stronger, safer health systems across the region. #ACIPC #InfectionPrevention #PacificHealth #Collaboration

Join GAMA Healthcare + ACIPC for a focused, in-person workshop. 📍 Hobart 9 Apr | Melbourne 21 Apr | Sydney 29 Apr Perth 1 May | Adelaide 5 May | Brisbane 8 May Places limited - register now: tinyurl.com/ytzat4ke #ACIPC #GAMAHealthcare #IPC

Book now for our April Short Course in Infection Prevention and Control in Aged Care Settings. It's designed to provide staff with the fundamental principles of IPC practice as they apply to aged care settings. Cost: $500 Book here: acipc.org.au/education/shor…

Join the VIC SIG February meeting. 🗓️ Friday, 27 Feb 2026 | Time: 8 to 9AM (AEDT) The Royal Children’s Hospital,, Melbourne + online Topic:  The use of infographics to enhance reporting IPC data Register: cdesign.eventsair.com/acipc-secretar… ACIPC members only

Join the SA SIG meeting 🗓️ Thu 26 Feb 2026 | 7:30–8:30am ACST Royal Adelaide Hospital + online via Teams Topic: Value, Vigilance & Vaccination — using 2025 insights to shape a smarter 2026 flu campaign. Register: cdesign.eventsair.com/acipc-secretar…

Rural, Regional & Remote IPC professionals — join the inaugural RRR SIG meeting! 📅 26 Feb | 3:00pm AEDT | Free via Zoom Connect, advocate & help shape equitable IPC support beyond metro centres. Register: cdesign.eventsair.com/acipc-secretar… #RuralHealth #IPC