@msmidz

Public health, infection prevention and health protection educator and advocate. PhD. She/Her. All views my own.

Joined February 2015
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🌱 The future of IPC starts with the next generation. For #InfectionPreventionWeek, discover our Early Careers Network, connecting students, trainees and new practitioners through networking, mentoring, professional development and opportunities to have your voice heard.
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What would you tell your younger IPC self? 💭 At #IP2026, we asked IPS members to share one piece of advice for the next generation of IPC professionals. 🎥 Hear what they had to say and share your own advice below. 👇
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“It’s been an absolute honour.” Thank you to @JudeRobinson5 for two years of passionate leadership as IPS President. Watch the handover and read about her presidency and legacy: ips.uk.net/a-heartfelt-farew…
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✨ Keep the IP2026 momentum going! Inspired by conference or missed out this year? There’s plenty more to come. 📅 October–December: learn, connect and share with IPC colleagues. See what’s coming up 👇
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🌱 Thinking about a career in IPC? Join our Early Career Network webinar on 15 Oct at 2pm to hear real experiences and career advice from IPC professionals at different stages. 💙 Members: Free | Non-members: £10 Book now: ips.uk.net/events-calendar/e…
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🎉 Congratulations to Joanne Taylor, who has been elected as the next Vice President of the Infection Prevention Society! With 21+ years’ IPC experience and a long-standing commitment to IPS, we’re delighted to welcome Joanne into the role. ips.uk.net/joanne-taylor-ele…
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On the way to #IP2026! Looking forward to an exciting couple of days! #infectionprevention
🚨 3 days to go until #IP2026! 🎤 Keynotes 🔬 6 clinical themes 🤝 Networking 🏆 Oral & poster awards Pre-registration is closed, but you can still register on the day! 📍 Royal Armouries, Leeds 🌐 millbrook-events.co.uk/IP202…
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17 days to go! 👀 400 delegates. 6 streams. 2 days. 40+ speakers. But IP2026 is about more than numbers. It’s the conversations over coffee, meeting LinkedIn connections in person, and taking away ideas you can put into practice. Places still available: millbrook-events.co.uk/IP202…
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Thank you to everyone who attended our recent events and shared their feedback. We're delighted to hear that attendees found the sessions informative, practical and thought-provoking. Ready to join us at an upcoming event? ips.uk.net/events-calendar/
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We're brilliant at producing evidence. But how well do we understand its human impact? At #IP2026, Julie Storr explores why the future of infection prevention is about more than science – it's about trust, leadership &compassion. 📅 28–29 Sep | Leeds 🎟️ millbrook-events.co.uk/IP202…
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Meet your #IP2026 speakers 👋 This September, Carole Hallam will share how IPS is extending its international reach to spread the infection prevention message around the world. 📍 Leeds 📅 28–29 September Register: millbrook-events.co.uk/IP202…
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As part of #VolunteersWeek, we’re celebrating the people who help shape and support IPS💙 @msmidz shared how volunteering with IPS has helped her grow professionally, build lasting friendships and stay connected to real-world IPC challenges. ips.uk.net/volunteering-is-w…
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🚨 Final call for abstracts for #IP2026! Submit your IPC research, QI project or innovation before 25 May. Topics include: 🦠 AMS 🧠 Behavioural science 🧴 Decontamination 🏥 Safe environments 🤖 AI in IPC Early bird registration also closes soon: millbrook-events.co.uk/IP202…
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#Meningitis can develop quickly and early action is vital. Symptoms can come on quickly and may include a high temperature, headache, vomiting and a rash that doesn’t fade when pressed. Knowing the symptoms and acting quickly could save a life. ips.uk.net/meningitis-know-t…
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Recent cases of #Meningitis in Kent show why early recognition and a coordinated response to bacterial meningitis are so important. We share what this means for IPC professionals, from spotting cases early to supporting outbreak response. Read more: ips.uk.net/meningococcal-dis…
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Simple steps, like keeping a water bottle nearby, choosing water-rich foods, and encouraging friends and family to stay hydrated, can make a real difference in overall health. Read the full article and learn why hydration matters: lnkd.in/eZh4AGFR
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The Journal of Infection Prevention has a new editorial team led by Jean-Yves Maillard Plus global experts: Curtis Donskey, Nuntra Suwantarat, Frédéric Barbut, @hollyslyne , @jonotter , Leila Hail, @philnorville, Stephanie Dancer & Vincent Cattoir. ips.uk.net/journal-of-infect…
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🚀 Step Beyond the Ward! Explore how IPC impacts every setting at the IPS South West Branch Conference, 4 Mar, Exeter. Expert talks, practical learning & networking all day. 🎟️ Members £20 | Non-members £50 Book here: ips.uk.net/events-calendar/s…
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🌍 Greener IPC = safer care & lower carbon! Our IPS x @ACIPC webinar showed how through reducing PPE & reclassifying waste Read more: ips.uk.net/leaning-into-sust… More #sustainability events: ♻️ 25 Feb: Green Surgery Webinar 🌿 13 Mar: IPC Route to Net Zero
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💡 Got an idea to improve #InfectionPrevention? Our grant applications are now open!  Funding is available for members at all career stages to deliver innovative, practice-based projects in IPC. 📅 Apply by midday, 30 Jan 2026 Find out more today lnkd.in/ekECZVU6
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