Access Resources for Kidney Patients!

AAKP proudly recognizes October 19–25 as National Infection Prevention Week, reaffirming our commitment to protecting kidney patients, caregivers, and the professionals who serve them. Infections remain a leading cause of hospitalization and complications for people living with kidney disease, but simple actions—consistent hand hygiene, staying current on recommended vaccinations, safe catheter and access care, proper environmental cleaning, and staying home when ill—saves lives. All week, AAKP will share educational resources, patient voices, and practical tips.

AAKP's Infection Prevention Web Page

Featured Resources:

Pocket Guide to Managing Infection Risks for Dialysis Patients with Central Venous Catheter (CVC) Access - If you are on dialysis, particularly hemodialysis, there is an increased risk of infections at the site where the dialysis access is placed. Individuals on long-term dialysis, who have a central venous catheter (CVC) as their form of vascular access are at an increased risk of exposure to Cather-Related Bloodstream Infections (CRBSIs). The Pocket Guide is a tool to help patients and caregivers have more effective dialogue with their healthcare teams.
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CDC Conversation Starter to Prevent Infections in Dialysis Patients
This Conversation Starter is a way for patients and family members to initiate a discussion with dialysis facility staff about steps the facility takes to prevent infections.
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Patient Profile - Fiona McKinney – A Champion for Infection Prevention in Dialysis - Being prepared, informed, and connected will empower you to manage your kidney health. To help support safety awareness for kidney patients, Fiona McKinney, AAKP Ambassador, shares her story of infection prevention. 
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Patient Profile - Putting Safety First: A Home Dialysis Patient and Care Partner’s Journey in Preventing Infections - To help support safety awareness for kidney patients, Jimmie and Dawn Bates, AAKP Ambassadors, share how they work together to prevent infections.
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Article on the LOCK IT-100 study - If you or someone you care for is receiving hemodialysis through a central venous catheter (CVC), there’s encouraging news from a recent medical study that could lead to safer, more effective treatment.
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• Admission to symposium sessions and exhibits
• DVD set of the meeting (a $350 value)
• Up to 23 CME Category 1 credits
• 5 Credits Identified for Patient Safety
• Master courses and live video presentations
• Ample opportunity for attendee interaction with faculty
• Complimentary QMP gift certificate
• Daily continental breakfasts, coffee breaks, and lunches
• Welcome reception
• The ultimate educational experience!

• Fundamentals


• Wound Repair


• Bilaminate Neodermis Reconstruction


• Wound Closure: Grafts, Flaps & VACs


• Patient Safety in Reconstructive Surgery


• Basic Reconstructive Principles: Bone & Soft Tissue


• Time and Motion in the ER


• Complications


• Lower Extremity and Abdominal Reconstruction


• Head and Neck Reconstruction


• Facial Fractures


• Nasal Reconstruction


• Hand and Upper Extremity


• Post-Bariatric Surgery


• Breast Reconstruction


• Pediatric Plastic Surgery


• Cleft Lip and Palate


• Ear Reconstruction


• Cry For Help - Submitted Cases for Discussion


• Complications - Case Demonstration with Clinical Problem-Solving

20th International Congress of Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine,
XXXV Brazilian Congress of Clinical Analysis
VIII Brazilian Congress of Clinical Cytology
Fortaleza (Brazil), 28 September – 2 October 2008

Dear Doctor,
we are happy to inform you that the new web site of the IFCC-WorldLab Fortaleza 2008 Congress (Fortaleza - Brazil, 28 September - 2 October 2008) www.fortaleza2008.org is on line. In the web site you will find information on the Congress, on Fortaleza, on hotels and tours.
The topics of the Congress are also available at the following link http://www.fortaleza2008.org/dn_page.php?p=31
Further information regarding registration and abstract submission will be on line from May 2007. Join our mailing list http://abstract.mzcongressi.com/mailman/listinfo/euromedlab!
You will constantly receive information and updates about the IFCC-WorldLab Fortaleza 2008 Congress.
For any further information please do not hesitate to contact the Organizing Secretariat  MZ Congressi, Patrizia Sirtori (phone +39 0266802323,  fax +39 026686699, e-mail info@fortaleza2008.org).
We hope to meet you all in Fortaleza in 2008!
Kindest regards
MZ CONGRESSI
IFCC-WORLDLAB Fortaleza 2008 Organizing Secretariat
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