Healthcare associated infections (HAIs) are infections acquired in a hospital or other healthcare settings. HAIs can arise as a result of a range of medical procedures and are caused by a number of micro-organisms. This briefing outlines the prevalence and burden of HAIs, and examines the trends in levels of key HAIs in Scotland over the past years. An overview of the strategies in place for tackling these infections is provided. Finally research progress and priorities in this area are explored.
Read SPICe Briefing: SB 11-80: Healthcare Associated Infection (1.53MB pdf)
Published 16 November 2011