Infection Control in Health Care Facilities

Purpose

This page provides guidance and resources for health professionals on infection control of influenza in health care facilities.

Summary Documents

Interim Guidance for Influenza Outbreak Management in Long-Term Care and Post-Acute Care Facilities
Guidance for the Prevention and Control of Influenza in the Peri- and Postpartum Settings
Find guidance for the prevention and control of influenza in peri- and postpartum settings.
Interim Guidance for the Use of Masks to Control Seasonal Influenza Virus Transmission
Learn about CDC guidance about the role of masks for controlling flu transmission.

Guidelines

CDC's Core Infection Prevention and Control Practices for Safe Healthcare Delivery in All Settings
CDC's Core Infection Prevention and Control Practices for Safe Healthcare Delivery in All Settings
Isolation Precautions: Summary of Recommendations
Summary of Recommendations for Isolation Precautions
Influenza (Flu) Information for Health Care Providers
Health care professionals play a critical role in helping patients choose flu vaccines.
Preventing Infections in HCST/Bone Marrow Transplant Recipients
Viral Respiratory Pathogens Toolkit for Nursing Homes
This action-oriented toolkit can help LTC settings prepare and respond to respiratory viruses.
Guidelines and Guidance Library
CDC's infection control guideline library

Resources

Educational Resources

Clean Hands in Healthcare Training
Clean Hands in Healthcare - Hand Hygiene Training
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in Healthcare Settings
Healthy Habits to Prevent Flu
Healthy habits can stop the spread of germs and help prevent flu.
Clean Hands Count Materials
This campaign offers posters, factsheets, and brochures for healthcare providers and patients.

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Content Source:
National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD)