🌱 The future of IPC starts with the next generation. For #InfectionPreventionWeek, discover our Early Careers Network, connecting students, trainees and new practitioners through networking, mentoring, professional development and opportunities to have your voice heard.

💉 From updated NIVAS standards to infection prevention, human factors and vascular access device selection, the IPS IV Forum Conference 2026 is your chance to explore the topics shaping practice today. 🎟️ ips.uk.net/events-calendar/i… With thanks to our sponsors.

There’s no single route into infection prevention and control. For #InfectionPreventionWeek, IPC leaders share practical lessons on careers, leadership, collaboration and creating lasting change. Read more: ips.uk.net/early-career-prof…

🦠 This #InfectionPreventionWeek, discover how @EKHUFT 's C.L.E.A.N. and C.L.E.A.N. TOGETHER campaigns helped reduce healthcare-associated infections through simple, effective IPC improvements. 🎥 Hear from Lisa White and learn more: ips.uk.net/infection-prevent…

What would you tell your younger IPC self? 💭 At #IP2026, we asked IPS members to share one piece of advice for the next generation of IPC professionals. 🎥 Hear what they had to say and share your own advice below. 👇

🧼 As #InfectionPreventionWeek begins, we're celebrating the pioneers who helped shape modern IPC. From Semmelweis and Nightingale to today's colleagues, every generation has built on the knowledge and leadership of those before them. Who has inspired your IPC journey? 👇

🏆 Congratulations to Michael Mark Dalauidao, IPC Practitioner of the Year 2026! 👏 Recognised for his leadership and impact at East Kent Hospitals, helping drive significant reductions in C. difficile, MRSA and E. coli. ips.uk.net/celebrating-micha…

#InfectionPreventionWeek2026 is almost here! We've created a Supporter Pack with graphics, suggested posts & activities to help you get involved. 📥 Download your pack ips.uk.net/get-ready-for-inf… Don't forget to tag @IPS_Infection so we can share your posts.

Should PIVCs really be routinely replaced every 72 hours? Join the IPS IV Forum Conference for learning, latest NIVAS standards and debate ips.uk.net/events-calendar/i… Sponsored by: @GamaHealthcare @ICU_Medical @GreinerBioOneIT @schulkeUK @solventum @teleflex @BDandCo

♻️ Can healthcare be more sustainable without compromising patient safety? Monet Marinas explores the move from single-use to reusable equipment and why sustainability and safety must go hand in hand. 🎥 Watch the clip and full conversation: lnkd.in/gWiCGUxv

How safe is the healthcare environment around your patients? Join us in Southampton on 12 Nov to explore the infection risks hiding in plain sight, from ventilation and water safety to new builds, wastewater and more. Open to colleagues across the UK. 🎟️ ips.uk.net/events-calendar/w…

What makes an effective IPC leader? What helps people develop, and what gets in the way? We want to hear from across the IPC profession. 📝 Take part in our survey and help shape the future of leadership in IPC. 👉 Have your say today. surveymonkey.com/r/RY6L92C

Join us in person or online for a morning of learning, discussion and networking at our North East Half-Day Symposium 🦠 AMR | 🦷 Oral health | 🏥 HCID | Regional updates | Veterinary IPC 👉 Book now: ips.uk.net/events-calendar/n…

Kerry Holden has officially begun her term as President of the Infection Prevention Society, following IP2026 in Leeds. We look forward to working with Kerry and our members to champion infection prevention and prevent avoidable harm. 💙 Read more: ips.uk.net/kerry-holden-begi…

🎉 Huge congratulations to our IPS Impact Awards 2026 winners! 🏆 👏 Michael Mark Dalauidao 👏 UK Public Health Rapid Support Team IPC 👏 Ben Degay 👏 Madina Health Cluster Infection Control Team 👏 Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS FT 👉 Read more: ips.uk.net/ips-impact-awards…

“It’s been an absolute honour.” Thank you to @JudeRobinson5 for two years of passionate leadership as IPS President. Watch the handover and read about her presidency and legacy: ips.uk.net/a-heartfelt-farew…

✨ Keep the IP2026 momentum going! Inspired by conference or missed out this year? There’s plenty more to come. 📅 October–December: learn, connect and share with IPC colleagues. See what’s coming up 👇

🌱 Thinking about a career in IPC? Join our Early Career Network webinar on 15 Oct at 2pm to hear real experiences and career advice from IPC professionals at different stages. 💙 Members: Free | Non-members: £10 Book now: ips.uk.net/events-calendar/e…

🎉 Congratulations to Joanne Taylor, who has been elected as the next Vice President of the Infection Prevention Society! With 21+ years’ IPC experience and a long-standing commitment to IPS, we’re delighted to welcome Joanne into the role. ips.uk.net/joanne-taylor-ele…