A Unified Approach to Infection Control: The Role of All Healthcare Professionals in Preventing Healthcare-Associated Infections

Abstract

Infection prevention and control (IPC) is a critical component of healthcare delivery, significantly reducing the incidence of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). Despite its importance, successful IPC programs require coordinated efforts from all healthcare professionals, not just infection control specialists. This paper explores a unified, interdisciplinary approach to infection control, emphasizing the shared responsibilities among doctors, nurses, pharmacists, laboratory personnel, and medical Devices Engineering