The two program options are packaged as toolkits to be used by healthcare professionals. The programs were created in response to evidence showing transmission of many healthcare-association pathogens correlate to contaminated surfaces and equipment that are in close proximity to patients. Each program outlines specific steps healthcare professionals can take to improve environmental cleaning initiatives at facilities.
Read the CDC guidance on environmental cleaning evaluation.
Read other coverage about infection prevention:
– Study: Delays in Elective Surgery at Hospitals Increase Risk of Infections, Raise Costs
– Study Suggests UV Lighting in Patient Rooms Can Reduce Number of Pathogens
– Forced-Air Warmers Can Emit Contaminated Air Particles, Study Suggests
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