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In the Life of a Germ

Making infection prevention make sense through microbiology, surveillance, and real-world healthcare practice.  

 

Created for infection preventionists, microbiologists, and healthcare professionals.  Written for ANYONE looking for clear answers about germs, infections, and prevention.

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NHSN's C. difficile Problem

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NHSN's C. difficile Problem

What healthcare workers (and patients) need to know

Case Study

CLABSI or Pneumonia?

A real-world NHSN case to sharpen your thinking

FAQ

Flu Shots: Gloves or No Gloves?

Clear answers to common infection prevention questions

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In the Life of a Germ is a new educational resource, and I'm actively adding new case reviews, presentations, infection prevention tools, microbiology content and practical healthcare guidance.

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Nicole Amistani

Infection Preventionist • Clinical Microbiologist

info@InTheLifeOfAGerm.com

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