06/16/2026
According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2025), "germs are a part of everyday life. Germs live in our air, soil, water and in and on our bodies. Some germs are helpful, others are harmful."
Infection control starts with simple everyday practices.
From hand hygiene and the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to understanding how infections spread, small actions can make a significant difference in protecting ourselves, our colleagues, and the communities we serve.
Reference
Centers For Disease Control And Prevention. (2025). Infection control basics. https://www.cdc.gov/infection-control/about/index.html
This guide is intended for educational purposes and should be used in conjunction with organizational policies and current Public Health and Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) recommendations.
