The plan also outlines Federal activities to prevent and contain outbreaks of antibiotic-resistant infections; maintain the efficacy of current and new antibiotics; and develop and deploy next-generation diagnostics, antibiotics, vaccines and other therapeutics.
APIC is calling on Congress for funding of these programs, which can help protect from the rising number of people infected from antibiotic-resistant bacteria, as 2 million have developed infections, and 23,000 expected to die as a result.
More articles on ASC issues:
4 recent ASC acquisitions
ASC leaders: Beware of benchmarks
Florida’s 23-hour stay legislation: ASC boon, hospital bane
At the Becker's 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference, taking place June 11-13 in Chicago, spine surgeons, orthopedic leaders and ASC executives will come together to explore minimally invasive techniques, ASC growth strategies and innovations shaping the future of outpatient spine care. Apply for complimentary registration now.
