Major fall in cases of C.difficile in Wales
Hywel Dda Health Board | Major fall in cases of C.difficile in Wales
Efforts across Wales in 2011-12 to tackle C.difficile infections resulted in an overall reduction of more than 32 per cent. This means that 622 fewer patients were affected and about 37 lives saved. This significant achievement builds on the 2010-11 success of 789 fewer cases and about 50 lives saved.
The zero tolerance of preventable HCAIs is part of the Programme for Government commitment to deliver better health for all.
There are a number of factors which can increase the risk of HCAIs but robust, sustainable infection prevention and control minimises the risk. Healthcare organisations need to ensure staff have the skills, knowledge and resources to provide care in a safe environment for patients.
Efforts across Wales in 2011-12 to tackle C.difficile infections resulted in an overall reduction of more than 32 per cent. This means that 622 fewer patients were affected and about 37 lives saved. This significant achievement builds on the 2010-11 success of 789 fewer cases and about 50 lives saved.
The zero tolerance of preventable HCAIs is part of the Programme for Government commitment to deliver better health for all.
There are a number of factors which can increase the risk of HCAIs but robust, sustainable infection prevention and control minimises the risk. Healthcare organisations need to ensure staff have the skills, knowledge and resources to provide care in a safe environment for patients.
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