Source: Clean, Safe Care
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Year of publication: 2009
Publication type: Case study
In a nutshell: Following seven reported MRSA bacteraemias and a visit from the Department of Health, the Renal Unit at Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust implemented a Renal HCAI Improvement Action Plan. This case study outlines the strategies used that have resulted in no line related MRSA bacteraemia since January 2008, increased staff awareness and morale and patient empowerment.
Length of publication: 4 page PDF
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from the North West PCT Librarians Group
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- Andy Burnham responds to infection control criticisms
- Liverpool GP practices and care homes to provide hand gels to stop bug spread - Liverpool Echo 29th 2009
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