Author: CDC
Date Published:7/13/2011 2:24:00 PM
Publication Format: PDF
Abstract:

The CDC has released a guidance document and checklist highlighting basic infection prevention practices in outpatient settings and calling attention to the need for stronger infection prevention in this sector.  

To review the complete Guide, please visit: http://www.cdc.gov/HAI/settings/outpatient/outpatient-care-guidelines.html 

Additional related links:

• CDC press release
• CDC’s updated outpatient settings web page with a comprehensive list of resources for outpatient clinicians
  • New expert commentary by Dr. Melissa Schaefer,  medical officer in CDC’s Division of Healthcare Quality Promotion (DHQP) on Medscape
  • New Safe Healthcare Blog by Dr. Melissa Schaefer