The Healthcare Infection Society has been featured in The Guardian’s AMR (Antimicrobial Resistance) and Infectious Diseases supplement, highlighting the critical role the Society plays in advancing infection prevention and control practices. The article, authored by HIS Chair Manjula Meda, emphasises the importance of combatting the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance, with a particular focus on carbapenem-resistant superbugs lurking in hospital wastewater and the hidden dangers posed by these resilient pathogens.

HIS is at the forefront of research, education, and advocacy, supporting healthcare professionals to tackle these challenges head-on. We encourage professionals from both healthcare and the built environment to enrol in our Water and wastewater safety in healthcare course.

Read the full article here  to learn more about the critical work being done across the industry.