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Stay up to date with the latest developments in infection prevention and control. From IPS updates to industry news, this section keeps you informed about what’s happening across the sector.
Awards
Pat Cattini MSc RN has been awarded IPS Honorary Membership in recognition of her outstanding contribution to infection prevention and control, and decades of service to IPS.
Poster summaries
From escape rooms and trolley dashes to behavioural science and microbiological testing, presenters at IP2026 shared creative approaches to education and behaviour change.
Awareness
What’s your One Action to help prevent AMR? Watch colleagues share practical actions and download the Supporter Pack to help you get involved.
After representing IPS at APCI-IFIC 2026 in Romania, President Kerry Holden shares what she brought home
Martin Kiernan has been awarded IPS Honorary Membership in recognition of his exceptional contribution to infection prevention and control, education and professional leadership.
Congratulations to Ben Degay, winner of the IPS Rising Star in IPC Award 2026.
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Congratulations to Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, winners of the IPS Exceptional Contribution to Research or Quality Improvement Award 2026.
Congratulations to the UK Public Health Rapid Support Team Infection Prevention and Control team, winners of Team of the Year.
Infection Prevention News
We’re pleased to endorse the new Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Environmental Sustainability Statement
Membership & Opportunities
Insights from the IPS Early Career Network webinar, IPC in Action: Real Experiences and Real Learning.
Hear from Lisa White and discover how visible, multidisciplinary IPC initiatives can deliver lasting results.
As Infection Prevention Week begins, we're celebrating the pioneers who helped shape modern IPC.
Congratulations to Mark Dalauidao, winner of the IPS Infection Prevention and Control Practitioner of the Year Award 2026
Download your Infection Prevention Week 2026 Supporter Pack and help celebrate the impact of infection prevention and control.
IPS Announcements
Kerry Holden has officially begun her term as President, following a memorable IP2026 conference in Leeds.
After two years at the helm of the Infection Prevention Society (IPS), Jude has officially handed over the presidency to Kerry Holden.
We’re delighted to announce the winners of the IPS Impact Awards 2026, celebrating outstanding contributions to infection prevention and control.
Joanne formally took up the role of Vice President at the IPS Annual Conference in Leeds on Monday 28 September 2026.
What does good decontamination practice really look like in 2026? Watch our latest Clinical Conversations to find out.
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Peter Hoffman, a highly respected figure in infection prevention and control who dedicated more than 40 years to the field.
