Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) represent a relevant problem for all healthcare
facilities, because they involve both the care aspect and the economic management of the …

Background. This study aims to verify whether there are, and to which degree, knowledge
and adherence to guidelines on the prevention and control of healthcare associated …

Healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs) are a major source of morbidity and mortality and
are the second most prevalent cause of death. Furthermore, it has been reported that for …

Health care-associated infections (HAI) are a major public health problem with a significant
impact on morbidity, mortality and quality of life. They represent also an important economic …

Prevention and Control of Infections in Hospitals: Practice and Theory deal with infection
control, surveillance and hygienic routines and key topics, both practical and theoretical. The …

In October 2004, the WHO launched the World Alliance for Patient Safety. In 2006, the
Council of Europe adopted a recommendation on the management of patient safety and …

Since the publication of “A Compendium of Strategies to Prevent Healthcare-Associated
Infections in Acute Care Hospitals” in 2008, prevention of healthcare-associated infections …

Despite control efforts, the burden of health-care-associated infections in Europe is high and
leads to around 37 000 deaths each year. We did a systematic review to identify crucial …

The prevention of infection in the health care setting remains a key goal for all health care
personnel. All healthcare establishments also have a need to continually improve the quality …

Despite control eff orts, the burden of health-care-associated infections in Europe is high
and leads to around 37 000 deaths each year. We did a systematic review to identify crucial …