# #45 Enhanced Barrier Precautions: Strengthening Infection Prevention in Nursing Homes

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Podcast: [American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice](https://stenobird.com/podcast/american-journal-of-infection-control-science-into-practice-4122674)
Published: 2025-04-03T04:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

How can nursing homes stop the spread of deadly infections without isolating residents? In this episode, the hosts, Jess and Nicki, dive into Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP) with experts Dr. Mary-Claire Roghmann and Stephanie Mayoryk. They explore real-world strategies for implementing EBP, overcoming staff challenges, and balancing infection control with resident quality of life. Don't miss this insightful discussion on protecting both patients and healthcare workers! With special guests: Stephaie Mayoryk, BSN, President and Infection Prevention Consultant, Mayoryk Consulting Services LLC and Mary-Claire Roghmann, MD, MS, Professor, Infectious Disease Physician, and Hospital Epidemiologist, University of Maryland School of Medicine

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