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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 8h

The Healthcare Infection Society is deeply saddened by the passing of Prof David Speller, who served as HIS President from 1994 - 1998. He made a lasting contribution to both the Society and the field of IPC. We extend our sincere condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.

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FIS Conference @fisconf.bsky.social · 11h

Are you looking to feature your company’s products and technologies in front of a global audience of infectious diseases professionals? Join the exhibition at #FIS26! Email Samantha.Dalrymple@fitwise.co.uk for more info 📨 #InfectionPrevention @hisinfection.bsky.social

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 10h

🌟 Make your voice heard as an IPC trainee 🌟 The HIS Trainee Committee is seeking reps from Scotland, North East England, Wales, North West England, and an HSST rep 🔁Know a trainee who would be interested? Please share this opportunity and encourage them to apply 🔗 ow.ly/WjB850ZRrMU

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

🧫 Join our IPC Training Day: Reducing Harm to Patients and Improving Quality of Care to explore SSI prevention, surveillance, outbreak investigation, operating theatre practices, and antimicrobial stewardship. 📅 10 Nov 2026 | Online 🔗 ow.ly/3AK250ZP3fa

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

📢 Registration is now open for the next HIS x UK Health Security Agency Foundation Course in IPC! Live sessions will take place 15-19 March 2027 with leading #IPC experts. Taking your The Royal College of Pathologists exam next Spring? This is perfect revision ✍ 🔗 ow.ly/zttN50ZRrEm

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

📙Latest Water and Wastewater literature roundup now available!📗 💧All the best work published in August - access it with your HIS membership now: ow.ly/GtKi50ZLxCm 💧Sign up to the SPARC mailing list to receive it to your inbox monthly: ow.ly/Ynt250ZLxCl

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

🚨 Join the HIS IPC Leaders' Course: Outbreaks and the IPC Leader – Managing the Fallout to explore outbreak response, data-driven decision-making, crisis communication, and staff wellbeing. Connect with fellow IPC leaders, and learn from expert speakers. 🔗 ow.ly/I44i50ZOc8f

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Today is #InternationalPodcastDay - did you know that HIS has a podcast? Check out 'Infection Prevention in Conversation' where Dr Gemma Winzor talks to expert guests about current research, challenges and opinions in infection prevention and control (IPC). Listen now 🎧 ow.ly/u8Cl50TvYJW

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

📢 ONE WEEK TO GO for our next Insight Webinar with IPC Partners: Surface disinfection: state of the art 🧫 Join Dr Curtis Donskey for a practical overview of the latest evidence, technologies and challenges in healthcare surface disinfection 🗓️ 07 Oct | 3-4pm GMT 🔗 ow.ly/lYZF50ZP3mh

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

📢 Call for IPC Speakers! If you have expertise in infection prevention and control - clinical, public health, environmental, leadership, or research, we’d love to hear from you! Topics include patient safety, AMR, surveillance, genomics, and more. 🔗 ow.ly/YJq350XohT3 #IPC #CallForSpeakers

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

LAST CHANCE to tell us what topics you would like to see covered at HISCON 2027... Take the survey by 25 September 👉 www.surveymonkey.com/r/QZ2CMPP Save the date and join us in London on 8-9 June 2027 for the leading in-person conference for #IPC professionals.

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

📢 LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER for tomorrow's webinar on Operating Theatre Validation, Verification, Rituals and Behaviour: What are the Important Infection Prevention and Control Issues? 📅 24 Sept 2026 | 18:30-19:30 BST | Online Free registration via Webber Training: 🔗 ow.ly/2flA50ZP3xO

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FIS Conference @fisconf.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

⭐ #FIS26 Session Spotlight ⭐ Join us in November for ‘Unfinished business: Continuous threat diseases’, presented by Microbiology Society Find out what else you can look forward to ➡️ fitwise.eventsair.com/fis-2026/pro... #InfectionPrevention #InfectiousDiseases @hisinfection.bsky.social

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

📢 Registrations now open for our next Insight Webinar with IPC Partners: Surface disinfection: state of the art 🧫 Join Dr Curtis Donskey for a practical overview of the latest evidence, technologies and challenges in healthcare surface disinfection 🗓️ 07 Oct | 3-4pm GMT 🔗 ow.ly/lYZF50ZP3mh

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

📢 LAST FEW DAYS TO REGISTER for the upcoming webinar on Operating Theatre Validation, Verification, Rituals and Behaviour: What are the Important Infection Prevention and Control Issues? 📅 24 Sept 2026 | 18:30-19:30 BST | Online Free registration via Webber Training: 🔗 ow.ly/QOB950ZFEQP

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Tell us what topics you would like to see covered at HISCON 2027... Take the survey by 25 September 👉 www.surveymonkey.com/r/QZ2CMPP Save the date and join us in London on 8-9 June 2027 for the leading in-person conference for #IPC professionals.

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

💡 Introducing IPC Innovation Forums: where innovation meets real-world IPC challenges. 🔎 The challenge: what's the IPC problem? 💡 The pitch: present your solution. 🎯 The scrutiny: IPC experts put it to the test. ⚖️ The verdict: the audience decides... In or Out? Got a topic idea? Reach out to us!

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

📢 Updated Scottish guidance on Transmission-Based Precautions (TBP) is now available. Following a four-year review, ARHAI Scotland has introduced significant changes to transmission descriptors and associated controls and updated approaches to respiratory precautions. 🔗 ow.ly/W6xV50ZOHFm

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

📢COURSE FULL: Outbreaks Training Course, Nov 2026. Thanks to Bruker for supporting this course. We're currently in the process of scheduling 2027 dates. Express your interest and be alerted first for our March 2027 priority bookings! 👉https://ow.ly/GaTe50ZOcpR

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

🧤 Rethinking glove use in health and social care HIS, IPS and BIA have published a joint position statement on appropriate glove use, highlighting the importance of risk assessment, hand hygiene, and reducing unnecessary glove use 📖 Read more: ow.ly/iXIY50ZIjb5

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

📙Latest Water and Wastewater literature roundup now available!📗 💧All the best work published in August: ow.ly/THj950ZLxCk 💧Sign up to the SPARC mailing list to receive it monthly: ow.ly/AKyL50ZLxCj

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

📢 Strengthen your outbreak management skills with expert-led training Join us at HIS HQ in London for a practical, interactive course designed to help healthcare professionals confidently investigate and manage outbreaks 📅 05 Nov 2026 📍 HIS HQ, London 🚨 Register now: ow.ly/P70750ZoR3A

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Introducing IPC Innovation Forums 💡 where innovation meets real-world IPC challenges IPC Innovation Forums is a new webinar series created to showcase solutions to real IPC problems- think Dragon's Den meets IPC... More details coming soon.. If you have an idea for a topic please reach out to us!

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FIS Conference @fisconf.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

🗓️ The early bird discount for #FIS26 ends this month! Make sure to complete your registration before 28 September to secure the best savings on this year’s conference 🔗 fitwise.eventsair.com/fis-2026/reg... #InfectionPrevention @hisinfection.bsky.social @biainfection.bsky.social

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FIS Conference @fisconf.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Under 3️⃣ weeks left to claim the early bird discount for #FIS26! Make sure to complete your registration before 28 September - discount available across all registration categories! 🐦 fitwise.eventsair.com/fis-2026/reg... #InfectionPrevention @hisinfection.bsky.social @biainfection.bsky.social

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

📢 Upcoming webinar on Operating Theatre Validation, Verification, Rituals and Behaviour Join Prof Hilary Humphreys to discuss operating theatre IPC, ventilation and microbiology, evidence-based practices, and approaches to patient safety 📅 24 Sept | 18:30-19:30 BST 🔗 ow.ly/RtA150ZFEWh

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

📢 75% of places booked! Strengthen your outbreak management skills with expert-led training. Join us at HIS HQ in London for a practical, interactive course designed to help healthcare professionals confidently investigate and manage outbreak 📅 05 November 🚨 Register now: ow.ly/P70750ZoR3A

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

📢 ONE WEEK TO GO for the next Insight Webinar with Dr Issy Centeleghe on managing infection risk from hospital sinks and drains , in collaboration with IPC Partners 🗓️ 10 Sept 2026 (previous session is full) | 12:00–13:00 GMT 🎓 Accredited with 1 CPD point 🔗 ow.ly/8j3L50ZFGxT

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

💧 ONE MONTH LEFT to apply for two sponsored course places 💧 We’re pleased to share that Harper Water Management Group Ltd are sponsoring two places on our Water and Wastewater Safety in Healthcare course (May 2027). ⏰ Apply before: 2 October 2026 🔗More details: ow.ly/YFzN50ZqO8i

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

We are saddened to share the passing of Peter Hoffman, a highly valued expert in IPC whose knowledge, generosity, and dedication left a lasting legacy. Read the full tribute: ow.ly/1Mpg50ZHC7z 📓 Share a memory or tribute in the Book of Condolences: ow.ly/7WKS50ZHC7y

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

📬 Stay connected with the HIS community Be the first to hear about: 📰 News and updates from across the sector 🎓 Training, webinars and professional development opportunities 📅 Upcoming events and conferences 🤝 Insights and updates from our Special Interest Groups 🔗 ow.ly/Xkcp50ZF94f

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

📢 Last few days to apply for HIS Research Funding Opportunities! 🔬 Small Research Grants | Projects of up to 24 months ✈️ Travel Grants 🔹For early career and trainee HIS members presenting research at eligible conferences 📅 Deadline: 1 Sept 2026 🔗 ow.ly/cLRx50ZwB7o

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

📬 HIS Members, check your inboxes! Our latest Members Newsletter has landed! ✅ Latest HIS news ✅ Opportunities to get involved ✅ Calls for papers ✅ Top article picks from the JHI and IPIP Be sure to check your spam or junk folder as well ✨We look forward to keeping you informed and connected!

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

💧Two sponsored course places available💧 We’re pleased to share that Harper Water Management Group Ltd are sponsoring two places on our Water and Wastewater Safety in Healthcare course (May 2027). ⏰ Apply before: 2 October 2026 🔗More details: ow.ly/YFzN50ZqO8i

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

📢 NEW DATE ADDED for the next Insight Webinar with Dr Issy Centeleghe on managing infection risk from hospital sinks and drains , in collaboration with IPC Partners 🗓️ 10 Sept 2026 (previous session is full) | 12:00–13:00 GMT 🎓 Accredited with 1 CPD point 🔗 ow.ly/8j3L50ZFGxT

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

☣️Our December IPC Leaders' course explores the strategic and organisational aspects of outbreak management, share perspectives, discuss emerging challenges and learn from colleagues across healthcare settings. 📅 3 Dec | Online 🔗 Avail your early bird discount: ow.ly/3wn850ZFEpW

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

📢 TWO WEEKS TO GO for the next Insight Webinar with Dr Issy Centeleghe on managing infection risk from hospital sinks and drains , in collaboration with IPC Partners 🗓️ 09 Sept | 12:00–13:00 GMT 🔗 ow.ly/eypn50ZxoHZ

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

🧬 GENOTIPE, a HIS Special Interest Group, has been featured in The Lancet Microbe, highlighting its contribution to advancing collaborative genomic surveillance in infection prevention and control 🔗 Read more: ow.ly/rpKO50Zxnwr 👉Sign up to GENOTIPE mailing list: ow.ly/Xvi650Zxnwq

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Healthcare Infection Society @hisinfection.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

📢 Applications close in ONE week for HIS Research Funding Opportunities! 🔬 Small Research Grants | Projects of up to 24 months ✈️ Travel Grants 🔹For early career and trainee HIS members presenting research at eligible conferences 📅 Deadline: 1 Sept 2026 🔗 ow.ly/cLRx50ZwB7o

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