5 Steps To Better Infection Control
Infection prevention and control (IPC) is a scientific approach and practical solution designed to prevent harm caused by infection to patients and health workers. It is grounded in infectious diseases, epidemiology, social science and health system strengthening. IPC occupies a unique position in the field of patient safety and quality universal health coverage since it…
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Infection Control and Recovery At Home
Infection control is part of any health management plan. While healthcare staff are trained on best practice strategies to reduce the risk of infection, cleaning and disinfecting is required whether it is within the hospital or at home.
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Practice Infection Control Habits At Work
WHO recommends employing basic hygiene principles that are known to reduce the risk of transmission of acute respiratory infection via standard and transmission-based precautions. In this article we explore the various methods for safe practices in this area
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Disinfect Thoroughly
According to the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), know the difference between cleaning, disinfecting and sanitizing is key to effective infection control
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Good Infection Control Techniques For Your Clients
One of the primary goals of wound care is to protect the wound base from outside contaminants such as bacteria. Within the hospital, stringent infection control measures are practised, but what about when patients are discharged? Are they well aware of the importance of cleaning and disinfecting?
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