Project Firstline Celebrates Nurses Week
National Nurses Week, May 6-12, recognizes nurses for their service and dedication to caring for others and improving the health of patients.
Brookings Health System Recognizes Impact Of Environmental Services Team For Infection Prevention
Brookings Health System (BHS) recognizes the value and positive impact of the environmental service (EVS) employees for reducing the risk of infection.
Using Health Conferences To Make Infection Prevention Connections
The South Dakota Foundation for Medical Care (SDFMC) values developing professionals and participates in health care professional conferences across the state to share and gain health care expertise.
Cleaning Week Proclaimed For South Dakota For March 24 - 30, 2024
Every industry uses cleaning practices to protect South Dakotans from unwanted contact with germs.
SD Project Firstline Creates National Emergency Medical Services Curriculum
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the State of South Dakota have approved the emergency medical services (EMS) infection prevention and control curriculum developed by South Dakota Project Firstline (SD PFL).
Prairie Lakes Healthcare Systems Takes Proactive Approach To Infection Prevention
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System (PLHS) recognizes infection prevention and control is an essential part of caring for and protecting their patients.
Danko Co-Authors Respiratory Care Services APIC Chapter
With the emergence of COVID-19, the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) recognized a need to update the Respiratory Care Services chapter and highlight the connection of respiratory care services and infection control practices. Jess Danko, MSHA, RRT, LTC-CIP, program director for the South Dakota Foundation for Medical Care and APIC South Dakota member, collaborated to update the 2014 version of the chapter.
Partnering To Prepare The Future Healthcare Workforce
The South Dakota HOSA-Future Health Professionals (HOSA) has been partnering with the South Dakota Foundation for Medical Care (SDFMC) to educate and encourage high school students interested in healthcare careers.
Reducing Health Associated Infection Risk In A Construction Zone
Health care organizations with plans to renovate or expand existing facilities face the challenge of maintaining a sterile environment in a construction zone.
Thrive As A Communications Coordinator For South Dakota Foundation For Medical Care
The South Dakota Foundation for Medical Care (SDFMC) is currently seeking a Communications Coordinator to champion the mission and values using consistent messaging and proven communications strategies and channels to promote services and projects.
Vaccination Reduces The Risk Of Illness For Pregnant Women And Babies
Expectant mothers and newborn babies are vulnerable and need extra protection against germs and infectious diseases.
Fast And Danko Attend Infection Control Conference
South Dakota Foundation for Medical Care (SDFMC) team members, Cheri Fast, BSN, RN, CIC, LTC-CIP, and Jess Danko, MSHA, RRT, LTC-CIP, were among the infection prevention leaders who attended the recent Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) conference in Orlando, FL.
Sime Strengthens Infection Prevention Team
Building bridges, literally and figuratively, paved the way for Rebecca Sime, RN, to become the newest program manager for the South Dakota Foundation for Medical Care (SDFMC).
Getting Comfortable with Dental Care
Strong infection prevention practices protect the individual and the dental staff from being exposed to germs and viruses that may be living in the mouth.
Governor Noem Issues South Dakota Cleaning Week Proclamation
South Dakota Foundation for Medical is excited to share that Governor Kristi Noem has issued a Proclamation in South Dakota declaring the week of March 26th Cleaning Week.
Every Child Deserves A Bright Start
It’s hard enough to be a new mom. But add to that such challenges as financial difficulties, living miles from a clinic or hospital, substance abuse issues, and not having the resources or support you need…. that’s the situation many women in rural or tribal communities face.
South Dakota Healthcare Professionals! Infection Control Resources Are Available To Keep You Current
SD Project Firstline (PFL) offers new, updated CDC resources. No two days are the same in healthcare but caring for and protecting patients is always the top priority. With a foundational knowledge about germ spread and the “why” behind infection control, healthcare workers can learn to recognize infection risks and make the right decisions to protect their patients and themselves, regardless of what the day brings.
The Staggering Death Toll of Drug-Resistant Bacteria!
The South Dakota Foundation for Medical Care warns: Four Patients Die from Antibiotic-Resistant Infections every HOUR!
Extinguishing the Tobacco Epidemic in South Dakota!
Despite all the science that shows the dangers of smoking, many South Dakota youth are still choosing to use tobacco. Find out what the South Dakota Foundation for Medical Care is doing to address the problem, as well as what parents and providers need to know.
Music & Memory: SDFMC Program Explores the Connection
Grant funds from the South Dakota Department of Health have enabled the SDFMC to distribute mp3 players and laptops to dozens of participating nursing homes and train staff to become "music detectives", developing personalized playlists for residents with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or other types of memory loss.