On Pathogens and PPE: Understanding Different Types of Pathogens 

In this episode, Michael Matthews, Director of Customer Training and Education at Agiliti, joins host Jill Holdsworth and guests to explore the diverse world of pathogens — bacteria, viruses and fungi — and their impact on sterile processing. Learn how to identify the crucial differences between these tiny invaders, gain insights into the critical role of PPE, understand the importance of environmental controls in their transmission (like temperature and humidity) and gain practical strategies for preventing surgical site infections. Whether you’re in infection prevention or sterile processing, this episode equips you with knowledge to better protect patients and staff from these pesky pathogens.