IPC Sameeksha Volume 14

Overview

Sameeksha is a Hindi word, meaning review. This compilation of recent open access publications and resources on IPC (with a bulleted summary and online link) are grouped under scientific journals, guidelines, and training/IEC resources. Kindly note: inclusion of publications/resources in this review does not imply an endorsement by WHO.

Key highlights from volume 14

• Global report on infection prevention and control 2024
• WHO minimum requirements for IPC in 106 countries
• Research priorities to strengthen environmental cleaning in healthcare facilities
• WHO research agenda on the role of institutional safety climate for hand hygiene
• Practical handbook on surveillance of healthcare associated infections at national and facility levels
• WASH for Health Facility Improvement Tool (WASH FIT)