Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA)

We were excited to host the SHEA Business Meeting Breakfast at IDWeek this morning! Thank you to our attendees for the wonderful turnout.

New on The SHEA Podcast! Dr. Jonathan Ryder and Dr. Aditi Ramakrishnan discuss the intersection of sexually transmitted infections and antimicrobial stewardship. Listen now: https://bit.ly/488Ar9I

Antimicrobial Stewardship & Healthcare Epidemiology (ASHE), an official journal of SHEA, is seeking an Associate Editor to join its dynamic editorial team. If you're a leader in antimicrobial stewardship, healthcare epidemiology, and infection prevention, this is your chance to help shape the scientific conversation in a fast-growing, open access journal known for its innovation and global impact. Interested or want to nominate a colleague? Send a brief statement of interest and a current CV to ashe.managingeditor@shea-online.org by November 1, 2025.

Join SHEA & PIDS for Challenging Topics in Pediatric Healthcare Epidemiology 🗓️ November 13 & 14, 2025 | 🕐 1:00–4:45 PM ET / 1:00–4:30 PM ET This interactive workshop will cover: -Transmission-Based Precautions -Visitor restrictions -H5N1 and future threats Why attend? -Learn pediatric-specific infection prevention strategies -Make better decisions with limited evidence -Prepare for emerging infectious diseases Great for pediatric ID specialists, infection preventionists, fellows, and trainees. Register now: https://bit.ly/4kn62aE #HealthcareEpi #PediatricID #InfectionPrevention

We call for the reversal of the dangerous firings of federal employees and for Congress to move quickly to pass full-year spending bills that ensure that proposed cuts to public health are averted and federal appropriations are spent as Congress intended. Our joint statement: https://bit.ly/4ogE8ii

New on The ICHE Podcast! 🎙️ Experts Dr. Loren Miller, Dr. Lyndsay O’Hara, and Dr. Mary-Claire Roghmann discuss infection prevention in long-term care facilities—covering decolonization, enhanced barrier precautions, and practical strategies to reduce HAIs & MDROs. 🔗 Listen now: https://bit.ly/4o7vAdx

For #IDWeek2025 we're excited to present the course on diagnostic stewardship and excellence Oct 18th from 1-5 pm. Valerie Vaughn Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA) Great speakers and a lot of quality information around diagnostic stewardship for cultures and molecular tests!

SHEA Spring 2026 registration is now live! This year’s theme — Defending Science, Protecting Patients — is woven throughout the program, highlighting the power of evidence-based practice and collaboration to strengthen healthcare systems and improve outcomes. Register here: https://bit.ly/3KSc1aJ Explore the full conference program: https://bit.ly/432Z4kF

The 2026 membership renewal period is now open! Your membership provides: * Access to the latest evidence-based resources and education in infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship (webinars, town halls, etc.) * Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and experts across the field * Opportunity to serve as a volunteer member on a SHEA Committee (e.g., Guidelines, Public Policy) * Discounts on SHEA events including IDWeek and SHEA Spring * Access to courses and SHEA’s scientific journals ICHE and ASHE with access to full back issues * A strong voice in advocacy efforts that shape the future of healthcare epidemiology and antimicrobial stewardship Please note that ALL SHEA memberships are based on the calendar year and will expire on December 31, 2025.