CDC’s work with state health departments improves HAI tracking and prevention by implementing successful prevention strategies in the entire state and tracking the impact of that strategy across all hospitals.
State-based HAI Prevention Activities
Financial and/or technical support provided by CDC
Prevention Projects
State health department's HAI prevention efforts reinforce patient safety across all healthcare.
Tracking
Over 11,500 healthcare facilities, in all 50 states use CDC’s NHSN to track HAIs. To date, 30 states and District of Columbia use NHSN to fulfill the requirement for public reporting of HAIs.
Investments
Federal investments bolster states abilities to protect patients from HAIs.
State Success
Many states are showing impressive progress in reducing HAIs.
CDC Resources for States
CDC tools and technical assistance support state efforts to prevent HAIs.
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