Project Firstline Mississippi

Project Firstline Mississippi provides innovative and accessible infection control education for all frontline healthcare workers so they can protect their patients, their coworkers, and themselves from infectious disease threats in healthcare.

Training Courses

Explore a free, comprehensive online course curriculum to expand your knowledge on IPC guidelines, COVID-19 precautions, and best practices.

On-The-Go Resources

Gain practical tips with short, user-friendly resources. Topics include choosing the right PPE and tips to reduce transmission.

Project Firstline News

Keep up with the latest news about our infection control efforts and learn more from our engaging articles.

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Do you know a healthcare worker in your community who inspires you to keep others safe from infection?

Here’s your chance to nominate them as a Project Firstline Hero!Β 
🌟 Recognizing our exceptional Project Firstline MS Hero, Dr. Foluso Fakorede, MD, Interventioal Cardiologist at Cardiovasular Solutions of Central Mississippi! πŸŽ‰

His nominator kindly said, 

"Dr. Fakorede deserves to be recognized as a Project Firstline MS Hero because of his genuine commitment to the wellbeing of his patients. He goes above and beyond to reduce the incidence of amputations within the Black community and ensures his patients maintain heart health by providing them with essential guidance. He consistently prioritizes his patients and their health."

Do you know someone like Dr. Foluso? Click the link in our bio to nominate YOUR Project Firstline MS HERO today! 

#PFLHERO #ProjectFirstlineMSHERO #TeamInfectionPrevention
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As part CDC's Clean Slate initiative, the Division of Healthcare Quality Promotion has refreshed the hand hygiene guidance and recommendations for healthcare workers. 🧼

Key topics include:
🧴The risks of "topping off" soap and sanitizer dispensers
🧀 When to change gloves
βš•οΈ Tips for maintaining skin health

πŸ”— Link in bio to learn more!
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Infection control and patient safety should be top of mind with patient vaccination. Review these CDC resources on administering vaccines safely and effectively:

πŸŽ₯ Multi-Dose Vial Video link
βœ… How Do I Safely Use a Multi-Dose Vaccine Vial Checklist link
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⭐️ Congratulations to our next Project Firstline MS Hero, Yakitta Landrum-Lovett, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, Nurse Manager at Strides Inpatient Rehabilitation! πŸŽ‰

Her nominator had this to say,

"Yakitta embodies the essence of healthcare. A true team player, she is always ready to assist and possesses outstanding communication skills. She actively contributes to the professional growth of her colleagues and demonstrates strong leadership. With a positive attitude, she remains reliable and responds swiftly in any situation."

Does Yakitta remind you of someone you know? Follow link in our bio to nominate YOUR Project Firstline MS HERO Today! 

#PFLHERO #ProjectFirstLineMSHERO #TeamInfectionPrevention
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As we head into fall and winter, many healthcare professionals are seeking guidance on how to protect their patients, families, and themselves from influenza, COVID-19, and RSV. Join AMA President and CDC experts to discuss vaccinations, treatment, and other tools that can keep everyone safer this respiratory illness season.
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Climate change is expanding the areas where disease-causing fungi can live. Fungi may adapt to higher temperatures and become pathogenic. Meanwhile, more people are living with health conditions and immunosuppressive treatments that increase fungal disease risk. #FungalWeek24
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Appropriate use of anti-fungals improves patient outcomes and is important for preserving available treatment options. #FungalWeek24.
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🀩 Help us welcome Jessica Bates, RN-ER, at Baptist Memorial as our next Project Firstline MS Hero! πŸŽ‰

Her nominator proudly mentioned,

"As an RN who served in COVID units at three hospitals in MS, she is efficient, personable and attentive to patients' needs. She consistently goes above and beyond. Having experienced the transition from paper to electronic charting, she worked through times when others could not during the pandemic, as well as during a hurricane, actively supporting the Biloxi community."

Do you know someone like Jessica? Use the link in our bio to nominate YOUR Project Firstline HERO today! #PFLHERO #ProjectFirstlineMSHERO #TeamInfectionPrevention
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Worldwide, fungal diseases and antimicrobial-resistant fungi are increasing. Fungal Disease Awareness Week is September 16-20. Learn about fungal diseases during #FungalWeek24 and raise awareness to help reduce the harmful effects of fungal diseases. Link in bio to learn more.
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🌟 Recognizing our exceptional Project Firstline MS Hero, Hearstine Erwing, RN, Team Lead at Strides Rehabilitation Unit & ICU Staff Nurse at Delta Health System! πŸŽ‰

Her nominator kindly said, 

"Hearstine is the epitome of health care so caring and compassionate She is hands on and detailed with healthcare procedures she has been in health care for over 30 years she started off as a CNA and furthering her education at MDCC to become a LPN she also went on to obtain her RN license she given her all to her patients greatest joy is being out in public and seeing her former patients thanking her."

#PFLHERO #ProjectFirstlineMSHERO #TeamInfectionPrevention

Do you know someone like Hearstine? Nominate YOUR Project Firstline HERO today! Comment on our nomination posts or at projectfirstlinems.org/pfl-hero-nomination/
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Today we stand united and we will never forget.  #NeverForget #PatriotDay
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Environmental Services Week (September 8-14, 2024) is here! Let's celebrate the amazing EVS teams who keep our healthcare facilities clean and safe for patients, families, and staff. Their hard work and dedication make a world of difference! #EVSWeek #ThankYouEVS
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Do you know a healthcare worker in your community who inspires you to keep others safe from infection?

Here’s your chance to nominate them as a Project Firstline Hero!Β