Infection prevention and control resources for consumers
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This resource provides fact sheets for consumers and carers on infection prevention and control, including hand hygiene and healthcare-associated infections. It covers common infections such as MRSA, CPE, and CDI, offering guidance on prevention, treatment, and risk factors to help reduce the spread of infections in aged care settings.
This resource may refer to information that will be updated from 1 November 2025 to align with the new Aged Care Act and Quality Standards.
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Key Theme
Infection prevention and control
Standard
4: The Environment
5: Clinical Care
Outcomes
4.2: Infection prevention and control
5.2: Preventing and controlling infections in delivering clinical care services
