Assessing the implementation of infection prevention and control measures at private hospitals in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Implementation of rigorous and effective infection prevention and control (IPC) measures is one of the pillars of preventing health care associated infections, reducing inappropriate use of antimicrobials, and combating antimicrobial resistance. Dubai Health Authority has long been implementing IPC programs in Dubai's health facilities. This study aimed to assess the level of IPC implementation in private hospitals in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Methods

This was a hospital based cross-sectional study, using primary data collected between May and July 2023. Data were collected using the World Health Organization's Infection Prevention and Control Assessment Framework (IPCAF).

Results

Of the 32 hospitals invited to participate in the study, 25 (78%) complete

SUBMITTER: Elhag AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12751700 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature