Policy Options for Improving Infection Prevention in Outpatient Settings
Today, on CDC’s Safe Healthcare Blog, Dr. Denise Cardo, director of CDC’s Division of Healthcare Quality Promotion, shares her thoughts on policies that can help improve infection control practices in outpatient settings to better protect patients. The CDC has recently released a summary of Outpatient Settings Policy Options to assist state, local, and territorial health departments and policymakers to assess current outpatient policies and consider options for improving practices.
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Uncovering a Hidden Risk: Alcohol Use Disorder Significantly Increases C difficile Infection Rates
April 10th 2025A groundbreaking study reveals a strong connection between alcohol use disorder and increased risk for Clostridioides difficile infection, challenging traditional assumptions and calling for enhanced infection prevention protocols.
