Safe Healthcare For All

The Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA) is a professional society that improves public health by establishing infection-prevention measures and supporting antibiotic stewardship among healthcare providers. Learn more … 

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SHEA Spring

SHEA Spring is the premier conference for professionals in healthcare epidemiology, infection prevention, and antimicrobial stewardship. Offering expert-led sessions, hands-on workshops, and cutting-edge training courses designed to drive innovation and improve patient outcomes.

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Penicillin Allergy Management

An interactive course, where learners will gain experience in penicillin allergy history taking, risk assessment using validated instruments, penicillin allergy testing, and delabeling.

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IDWeek

IDWeek is the joint annual meeting of the Infectious Diseases Society of America, the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America, the HIV Medicine Association, the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society and the Society of Infectious Diseases Pharmacists.

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Statement from Leading Medical, Health and Patient Advocacy Groups on CDC Autism Website Changes

Our organizations, representing autistic individuals, their families, medical professionals and public health workers, are alarmed that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is promoting…

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Statement on CDC’s vaccines and autism webpage

Decades of rigorous and scientifically sound research have proven that vaccines do not cause autism. CDC’s sudden decision to change language on its website reversing…

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Statistical Editor, Infection Control & Hospital Epidemiology (ICHE)

The Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA) is seeking applications for a Statistical Editor position for Infection Control and Hospital Epidemiology (ICHE) to join…

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shea_epi SHEA @shea_epi ·
21 Nov

In the latest episode of The ASHE Podcast, Dr. Priya Nori speaks with the authors of a new paper in ASHE, "Stewardship opportunities in peripartum infections: a review of quality improvement initiatives and future directions".

https://bit.ly/4rfM8CG

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shea_epi SHEA @shea_epi ·
21 Nov

Check out SHEA's Patient, Caregiver & Visitor Guides!

Hospitals can use these quick-reference tools as digital flipbooks, lobby/waiting room displays, or conversation starters during rounds.

Learn more & access print, digital, or licensed versions: http://shea-online.org/guidance/

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shea_epi SHEA @shea_epi ·
21 Nov

We need to quickly return to medical information and recommendations being based on sound science, not unverified opinions.

Read our full joint statement: https://bit.ly/47S6LNE

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shea_epi SHEA @shea_epi ·
20 Nov

SHEA is seeking applications for a Statistical Editor position for ICHE to join as part of the editorial team.

Send a brief statement of interest and a CV to iche.managingeditor@shea-online.org by December 31, 2025.

https://bit.ly/4r2NCzY

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shea_epi SHEA @shea_epi ·
20 Nov

A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention webpage that previously stated "Vaccines do not cause autism" has been changed to cast doubt on the scientific research that supports the finding.

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cdc_ar CDC Antimicrobial Resistance @cdc_ar ·
19 Nov

If antibiotics or antifungals lose their effectiveness, then we lose the ability to treat infections and control many public health threats. But we all can take action!

Learn what you can do: http://bit.ly/4603t9S

#USAAW2025

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shea_epi SHEA @shea_epi ·
20 Nov

Check out SHEA’s “Choosing Wisely” resource featuring 5 key practices medical professionals should question in infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship.

👉 https://shea-online.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/SHEA-Choosing-Wisely-Updated-2024.pdf

#AntibioticAwarenessWeek #AntimicrobialStewardship #USAAW25

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shea_epi SHEA @shea_epi ·
19 Nov

Join SHEA and @SIDPharm for a joint webinar! Hear from Presidents Dr. David Weber and Dr. Erin McCreary and as they discuss shared goals, current initiatives, & how our collaboration strengthens antimicrobial stewardship and infection prevention.

https://bit.ly/44ccwDr

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shea_epi SHEA @shea_epi ·
18 Nov

In honor of #USAAW, check out SHEA's no cost, comprehensive Penicillin Allergy Management course developed in consultation with CDC and American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.

https://bit.ly/3LSjAyJ

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shea_epi SHEA @shea_epi ·
18 Nov

📢 Apply by Dec. 12, 2025, 11:59 PM ET for SHEA Spring scholarships & the International Ambassadors Program!

https://sheaspring.org/

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shea_epi SHEA @shea_epi ·
18 Nov

USAAW urges proper antibiotic & antifungal use to protect people, animals, plants & our environment. This year’s theme, Fighting Antimicrobial Resistance Takes All of Us, reminds us our health is connected. Together we can improve prescribing and fight antimicrobial resistance.

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cdc_ar CDC Antimicrobial Resistance @cdc_ar ·
17 Nov

U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week is Nov. 18-24! Let's work together to raise awareness about infection prevention and appropriate antibiotic and antifungal use. It takes all of us to slow the spread of #AntimicrobialResistance.

Learn more: http://bit.ly/USAAW2025 #USAAW25

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shea_epi SHEA @shea_epi ·
13 Nov

The Life Cycle of Infection Prevention and Antimicrobial Stewardship Projects and Interventions: The Dynamic Interplay of Implementation and de-Implementation Science (Part I of II):

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shea_epi SHEA @shea_epi ·
13 Nov

New on The ICHE Podcast! The authors of a recent paper discuss the role of de-implementation in improving patient safety and care quality, how it complements implementation science, and real-world examples from diagnostic and antimicrobial stewardship.

https://bit.ly/4oxH9vg

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shea_epi SHEA @shea_epi ·
11 Nov

Looking for an easier, more affordable way to keep your team connected to SHEA?

SHEA’s Organizational Memberships let groups of 5+ from the same department or institution join at a discount.

For more details or to get started, email info@shea-online.org

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shea_epi SHEA @shea_epi ·
10 Nov

There’s still time to register for the SHEA/PIDS Virtual Workshop on Challenging Topics in Pediatric Healthcare Epidemiology!

For more information & to register: https://bit.ly/41yJMUe

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ICHE JOURNAL
Infection Control & Hospital Epidemiology
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Published monthly by Cambridge University Press, ICHE publishes original, peer-reviewed scientific articles for professionals in epidemiology or infection prevention and control programs in hospitals and healthcare facilities.

ASHE JOURNAL
Antimicrobial Stewardship & Healthcare Epidemiology
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Antimicrobial Stewardship & Healthcare Epidemiology (ASHE) is a fully Gold Open Access journal that publishes original research that contributes to the fields of antimicrobial stewardship and the prevention of healthcare-associated infections.

SHEA Spring Conference

SHEA Spring will include topics on healthcare epidemiology, antibiotic stewardship, long-term care, research methods, clinical microbiology, patient safety and quality, implementation science, and COVID-19. It also provides a wide range of opportunities for networking with peers and experts in the field.

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SHEA Town Hall: Cracking C. diff – Evidence Based Approaches and Real-World Impact

Dec. 9, 2025 | 4:00 pm ET

The SHEA Town Hall series tackles timely challenges in healthcare epidemiology and antibiotic stewardship. Each month features expert panelists discussing key issues like emerging science,…

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