Infection control prevents or stops the spread of infections in healthcare settings. This site includes an overview of how infections spread, ways to prevent the spread of infections, and more detailed recommendations by type of healthcare setting.
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- Page last reviewed: January 7, 2016
- Page last updated: January 7, 2016
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