Infection Control Week Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Week is observed annually during the third week of October, with the 2024 celebration taking place from October 13 to 19. This week serves to enhance awareness and promote better practices aimed at reducing infection risks for both patients and healthcare workers. The theme for 2024, "Moving the Needle on Infection Prevention by Breaking the Chain of
Infection," emphasizes the importance of understanding the series of events that lead to the transmission of infections. By educating healthcare professionals on their roles in interrupting this chain, the initiative seeks to foster a collective responsibility in preventing the spread of infections in healthcare settings.
At Ryde Hospital, activities were organised to engage staff and visitors in this important cause. An information desk was set up in the hospital foyer over two mornings, providing an opportunity for attendees to participate in activities and listen to a brief presentation focused on the 2024 theme. This initiative highlights that infection prevention is a shared responsibility, where simple actions, such as hand hygiene and proper cleaning protocols, can significantly contribute to reducing infections within healthcare environments. For More information visit: • ACSQHS Infection Prevention & Control Week • CEC 2024 International Infection Prevention Week • NSLHD IPAC Intranet Page
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