The recipients reduced and eliminated central line-associated bloodstream infections and ventilator-associated pneumonia for at least 25 months and have shared their evidence-based initiatives to help improve clinical practice, according to the release. CCSC and HHS also gave 14 healthcare organizations honorable mention for their efforts toward eliminating HAIs.
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The awards program is part of HHS’ Partnership for Patients — an initiative to improve patient safety and quality in healthcare.
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