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Topic-specific infection prevention

To help infection preventionists and consumers quickly access important resources, APIC has curated information on key infection prevention topics and created topic-specific web pages. Check back often for additions to this section of the APIC website.

Antimicrobial stewardship

Antimicrobial stewardship is a coordinated program that promotes the appropriate use of antimicrobials.

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Environmental services

Exposures to germs in the environment can lead to illness in both patients and healthcare professionals.

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CAUTI

Catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI) develop either during or after placement of a urinary catheter.

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Environment of care

Environment of care involves construction and renovation; equipment and environmental services needs…

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CLABSI

A central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) is a serious infection…

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Hand hygiene

Proper hand hygiene is the number one way to prevent the spread of infection.

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Clostridium difficile

Often referred to as deadly diarrhea, Clostridium difficile (C. diff) causes at least 250,000 infections and 14,000 deaths…

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Long-term care

Long-term care facilities include nursing homes, skilled nursing facilities, and assisted living facilities.

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CRE

CRE (carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae) infections come from bacteria that are normally found in a healthy person’s digestive tract.

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MRSA

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a type of bacteria that is resistant to certain antibiotics.

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Disinfection and sterilization

Exposures to germs on medical instruments and surfaces in healthcare settings can lead to illness in both patients and healthcare professionals.

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Pneumonia

Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs. A variety of organisms, including bacteria, viruses and fungi, can cause pneumonia.

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Ebola

Ebola, previously known as Ebola hemorrhagic fever, is a rare and deadly disease caused by infection with one of the Ebola virus species.

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Vaccine preventable diseases

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends vaccinations from birth through adulthood…

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