Infection prevention and control means doing everything possible to prevent infection from both developing and spreading to others. The following resources are available to purchase and a selection are free to download and will assist you in preventing healthcare associated infections.
A quick reference guide on the procedure for changing a catheter leg bag. Size: A4 colour poster Target: For use in Care Homes Purchase: Downloadable free of charge Page updated: 28/02/2024
A quick reference guide on the procedure for emptying a catheter bag. Size: A4 colour poster Target: For use in Care Homes Purchase: Downloadable free of charge Page updated: 28/02/2024
An information sheet for service users diagnosed with PVL-SA. This provides useful information on how to help prevent recurrence. Size: A4 4 sided information sheet/factsheet Target: For use in General Practice Purchase: Downloadable free of charge Updated: 22/02/2022
Step by step guide for service users in the community on PVL-SA suppression treatment using Octenisan wash lotion and Bactroban nasal ointment. Size: A4 double sided colour information sheet Target: For use in General Practice and Health and Social Care settings,...
Step by step guide for service users in the community on PVL-SA suppression treatment using Prontoderm skin foam and Bactroban nasal ointment. Size: A4 double sided colour information sheet Target: For use in General Practice and Health and Social Care settings,...
A guide on catheter hygiene and maintenance. Size: A4 colour poster Target: For use in Health and Social Care settings, e.g. Care Home. Domiciliary Care Purchase: Downloadable free of charge Updated: 31/01/2024
This Policy is one of the ‘Standard infection control precautions’ (SICPs) referred to by NHS England in the National infection prevention and control manual (NIPCM) for England. Respiratory and cough hygiene is designed to minimise the risk of cross transmission...
A poster showing good respiratory and cough hygiene practice. Size: A4 colour poster Target: General Practice, Care Homes, Domiciliary Care and Dental Practices Purchase: Downloadable free of charge or can be purchased in printed or digital format. Please note copies of...
Respiratory illnesses are a major cause of hospitalisation, morbidity and death in the elderly and are amongst the most common winter ailments. Ranging from a self-limiting, mild, coryzal like illness, such as rhinovirus (common cold), to severe bronchitis, bronchiolitis and...
This Policy is one of the ‘Standard infection control precautions’ (SICPs) referred to by NHS England in the National infection prevention and control manual (NIPCM) for England. The management of healthcare waste, including sharps, is an essential part of ensuring...