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ACIPC is the peak body for infection prevention and control professionals (ICPs) in the region. The College was established to promote the profession and support its members.
This year, the DHW theme focuses on kids and oral health, from that very first smile to a lifetime of healthy habits.
Take a look at our dental IPC resources:
www.acipc.org.au/resources/de...
For more about DHW:
www.teeth.org.au
#DHW #OralHealth #Smilestones #IPC #ACIPC
Congratulations to Michael Ereck, winner of the 2025 Dr Joan Faoagali Award.
The College set up the award to honour Joan & her considerable contribution to the IPC profession. The winner is awarded FIPC course fees.
Read our interview with Michael here:
tinyurl.com/4hzyv8d4
Our July newsletter is now available. Don't miss out on this month's edition of IPC News.
#IPC #InfectionPreventionAndControl #ACIPC #IPCNews
www.acipc.org.au/ipc-news/
ACIPC thanks our 2025 Conference Silver sponsor, Nanosonics.
The support of sponsors plays a pivotal role in fostering an enriching environment for knowledge exchange and networking at the conference.
Find out more about Nanosonics here -
www.nanosonics.com.au
Your voice can shape the future of IPC in Australia
The new Centre for Disease Control must include IPC.
Our easy-to-use tool lets you email your local MP with one click.
Add your voice today: acipc.good.do/ipcinthecdc/...
#IPC #PublicHealth #ACIPC #CDCAustralia
Apply for an ACIPC conference scholarship now!
Categories:
• Pacific Region
• Australia and NZ
• Rural & Remote
• First Nations
Applications close 20 August.
Visit: www.acipc.org.au/awards
ACIPC25: 16-19 November
Hobart, Tasmania
visit www.acipcconference.com.au
#ACIPC25
Have you submitted your Research Grant application yet?
ACIPC is offering the following grants in 2025:
Early Career Research Grant
Seed Grant
Sustainability in IPC Research Grant
See below for more information:
www.acipc.org.au/research/
Join the World Health Organization for a free webinar on Wednesday 23 July at 2PM AEST - Embedding IPC in a Culture of Safety: Patient Engagement, Empathy, and psychological Safety.
Pre-register by clicking the link below:
who.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
ACIPC thanks our 2025 Conference Silver sponsor, SC Johnson.
The support of sponsors plays a pivotal role in fostering an enriching environment for knowledge exchange and networking at the conference.
Find out more about SC Johnson here -
www.scjp.com/en-au
Join GAMA for a webinar to improve care quality and star ratings in aged care with wound care expert Hayley Ryan
Date: 30th July 2025
Time: 2pm AEST
Register now: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
#AgedCare #IAD #ContinenceCare #WoundCare #QualityIndicators #GAMAHealthcare
Don't miss the NCAS July webinar - Environmental AMR.
Date: Wednesday 16 July 2025
Time: 8.30AM AEST
Host: Prof Glenn Browning
Presenters: Prof Erica Donner, Dr Claire Hayward
For more info and to register visit:
unimelb.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
ACIPC is holding a Lunch and Learn webinar on Tuesday 22 June at 12:30 pm AEST.
Topic: JEV: Activist maps and mozzie traps
Presenter: Dr Ben Brimblecombe
To register for this webinar, please click the link below:
us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
#ACIPC #biosecurity #mosquitoes #JEV
SA members & non-members are invited to the July SA SIG meeting.
Thursday 10 July 2025
Drinks & networking 5.30 – 6:00PM
Lecture: 6–7PM (ACST).
Venue: Royal Adelaide Hospital, Level 8D Lecture Theatre, 1 Port Road Adelaide.
To register click here:
tinyurl.com/mr263zv7
Management of blood borne viruses in aged care
Wednesday 16 July at 2.00 pm AEST.
Guest speakers: Dr Jacqui Richmond, RN, PhD - Burnet Institute
Join us for this free webinar, register here:
us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
View webinar recordings here:
www.acipc.org.au/acipc-aged-c...
Register now for the 2025 ACIPC International Conference!
Join us from 16–19 November 2025 at the Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart or online.
For more information and to register please click the link below:
acipcconference.com.au/registration/
#ACIPC25 #BusinessEventsTasmania
Considering applying for an ACIPC Research Grant?
Take a look at our webinar How to write a successful research grant with Amanda Corley.
ACIPC members can view here: acipc.org.au/members/webi...
Apply now:
acipc.org.au/research/
#IPC #ResearchGrants #SustainabilityInHealthcare
We've added a new video to our Aged Care IPC in Focus series.
'Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards and IPC: what they mean for your facility' is presented by Logan Heather.
To view all the videos, click the link below:
www.acipc.org.au/members/ipc-...
Our June newsletter is now available. Don't miss out on this month's edition of IPC News.
#IPC #InfectionPreventionAndControl #ACIPC #IPCNews
www.acipc.org.au/ipc-news/
ACIPC members are invited to the inaugural Sustainability SIG meeting.
Topic: Sustainable Health: Aligning Infection Prevention with Net Zero Goals in NSW
Tuesday 8 July 2:00pm AEST
via Zoom
Speaker:
Dr Susan Jain, MIPH PhD CIPC-E
Register here:
cdesign.eventsair.com/acipc-secret...
Join the Federation of Infection Societies in Bournemouth, UK this year for FIS International 2025, the largest UK-hosted, international infection conference.
2-4 December 2025
Bournemouth International Centre
Register here:
fitwise.eventsair.com/fis2025/
Book now for our August Short Course in Infection Prevention and Control in Aged Care Settings.
It's designed to provide staff with the fundamental principles of IPC practice as they apply to aged care settings.
Cost: $500
Book here: www.acipc.org.au/education/sh...
WHO is launching a new Practical Guide for the Development & Implementation of National Action Plans for IPC to help countries implement the WHO Global Action Plan and Monitoring Framework for IPC 2024–2030.
Monday 23 June 2025
9PM AEST
Register here:
www.who.int/news-room/ev...
We are pleased to announce that Research Grant applications are now open for 2025.
We will once again be offering the following grants:
Early Career Research Grant
Seed Grant
Sustainability in IPC Research Grant
See below for more information:
www.acipc.org.au/research/
Join WHO for their June webinar, ‘New guidelines for mpox clinical management and infection prevention and control’
Date: Monday 23 June 2025
Time: 9 – 10PM AEST
Online via Zoom
Click the link below to register:
who.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Missed our webinar ‘IPC Train the Trainer’? Catch up on the ACIPC Aged Care page—no membership required!
Also available:
🔍 Aged Care IPC in Focus video series
🔍 IPC Resources for Australasian Aged Care
🔍 Aged Care Connexion – our peer discussion forum
www.acipc.org.au/aged-care/
ACIPC thanks our 2025 Conference Silver sponsor, Tristel.
The support of sponsors plays a pivotal role in fostering an enriching environment for knowledge exchange and networking at the conference.
Find out more about Tristel here -
tristel.com/au-en/
Joining us for ACIPC25?
Why not extend your stay and explore Tasmania's natural beauty, adventure tourism, enriching cultural experiences, and award-winning whisky, wine, and food?
Discover more:
betasmania.com.au
#ACIPC25 #betasmania #betas #businesseventstas
Join ASID at the 2025 Emerging Respiratory Disease Symposium.
Date: 1 & 2 August 2025
Location: Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney
Theme: Respiratory Resilience: One Health Approaches to Tackling Emerging Infectious
Register now:
asidevents.eventsair.com/emerging-res...
Don't miss the NCAS June webinar - Antibiotic allergies.
Date: Wednesday 18 June 2025
Time: 8.30AM AEST
Host: Dr Gemma Reynolds
Presenters: Prof Jason Trubiano, Mr Geoff Mackay, Dr Samuel Thorburn
For more info and to register visit:
unimelb.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Book now for our 2025 Veterinary Foundations of Infection Prevention & Control course starting 6 August.
With 11 self-paced modules over 6 months, this course fits your busy schedule.
More information: www.acipc.org.au/education/ve...
#ACIPC #IPC #Veterinary #OneHealth
