Infection Prevention and Control

Healthcare is delivered in a variety of community care settings including:

Long Term Residential Facilities
Older Persons Services
Primary Care
Disability Services
Mental Health Services
Dental Services
In the Client's Home

Health Care Associated Infection (HCAI) is infection acquired after contact with healthcare services. Although not all HCAI is avoidable, a significant proportion is preventable.

Here you will find information and resources to assist you in preventing HCAI.

Remember - Infection Prevention and Control is everyone's business.