When we spend time in the hospital due to an accident, illness or medical treatment, most of us
would never expect to catch an additional infection or illness from the hospital.
We generally view healthcare facilities as places to heal, but unfortunately Hospital Acquired Infections
(HAIs) are more common than you might imagine among patients who use healthcare services in
hospitals, clinics and other such facilities.
Infections such as pneumonia, gastroenteritis and urinary tract infection can all be caught easily
if proper care is not observed by medical professionals.
“Did you know that 8% of HAIs are
contracted by patients who are
12 months or younger?
Want to learn more?
Cleaning specialist company Cleaning Services Group has produced a helpful and practical
infographic about the most common HAIs, including those mentioned above.
The handy graphic below outlines:
-the nature of these HAIs,
-how frequently they occur
-the symptoms of each HAI,
-and, most importantly, advice on how these infections can be prevented
There are also some frightening statistics about HAIs – for example, 8% of HAIs are contracted
by patients who are 12 months or younger – as well as a list of those people most vulnerable to
infections and the risk factors which can increase the likelihood of acquiring an infection.
“This is a very important topic, particularly at
a time of year when we are more susceptible to
hospitalization due to severe bouts of influenza
or other winter-related illnesses.”
However, it is not meant to be scare you.
This valuable refererence simply highlights the prevalence of HAIs and arms with information
you need you try to combat them–if you or somebody you know is unfortunate to have one.
Infographic source: https://www.cleaningservicesgroup.co.uk/sectors-industrial-cleaning-company/
Have you or someone you know contracted Hospital Acquired Infections?
What are your suggestions for preventing them?
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