Alliance for Vascular Access Teaching and Research - Avatar Group

12/08/2026

Infection, Disease & Health journal – Call for Papers
Vascular Access Devices – Virtual Special Issue
Deadline extended to 31 October 2026.

11/08/2026

Unlock the Power of Knowledge! Dive into our extensive library of cutting-edge videos and webinars presented by industry experts: https://www.avatargroup.org.au/multimedia-learning-resources.html

From evidence-based lists of vesicant medications to essential practices for CVAD infection prevention, we've got it all. Elevate your skills, stay informed, and shape the future of healthcare.

07/08/2026

Important new national resources for IV fluid management are now available.

The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care has released practical guidance to support safer, more appropriate and sustainable IV fluid use.

🔗 Read here:

OVERVIEWIntravenous fluids are among the most common treatments used in acute care. While they are often essential, inappropriate initiation, monitoring or cont

06/08/2026

Tissue adhesive in paediatric vascular access sounds like an easy win. But what does the evidence actually show? This blog unpacks what improves outcomes — and what still needs stronger data.

🔗 Read more: https://www.avatargroup.org.au/blog/tissue-adhesive-for-paediatric-vascular-access--what-works--what-doesn-t

30/07/2026

Ultrasound often shows a “dot” - but what if you could see the whole vein pathway? This blog explores a new guidance method designed to improve placement accuracy and success.

🔗 Read more: https://www.avatargroup.org.au/blog/seeing-the-whole-vein--not-just-a-dot--a-new-ultrasound-guidance-method-for-better-pivc-placement

28/07/2026

Stay ahead in healthcare innovation! Explore AVATAR's Publications: https://www.avatargroup.org.au/our-publications.html

23/07/2026

A PIVC bundle that actually worked in the real world. In 38 hospitals, a practical, system-wide approach cut bloodstream infections, and it wasn’t “education only.”
🔗 Read more: https://www.avatargroup.org.au/blog/a-pivc-bundle-that-actually-worked--38-australian-hospitals-cut-bloodstream-infections

21/07/2026

I-DECIDED® PICC is available to download.

The I-DECIDED® tool supports structured assessment and decision-making for invasive devices, helping clinicians assess device needs and prompt timely action.

Learn more and download here: https://www.avatargroup.org.au/i-decided.html

16/07/2026

Fixing PIVC Care in Australia: What Infection Prevention Teams Say Must Change Next
PIVC care is everywhere, but preventable harm is still happening. This blog shares what infection prevention teams say must change next to improve outcomes at scale.
🔗 Read more: https://www.avatargroup.org.au/blog/fixing-pivc-care-in-australia--what-infection-prevention-teams-say-must-change-next

09/07/2026

Chlorhexidine or povidone-iodine - which skin prep actually performs better before catheter insertion? This blog breaks down what the evidence says, and why the alcohol base matters.
🔗 Read more: https://www.avatargroup.org.au/blog/best-skin-prep-before-catheter-insertion--chlorhexidine-vs-povidone-iodine