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.