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WHO Infection Prevention and Control Global Newsletter Summary

Core Content

The WHO Global Newsletter on Infection Prevention and Control (IPC), dated 16 December 2024, highlights recent developments and initiatives in IPC and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) globally. It outlines the launch of the WHO Global Report on Infection Prevention and Control 2024 at the G7 meeting in Bari, Italy, on 28 November 2024. The report provides an updated understanding of the burden of health care-associated infections (HAIs) and AMR, emphasizing the need for improved IPC implementation and monitoring.

Main Points

• WHO Global Report on IPC 2024:

  • Launched at the G7 meeting in Bari, Italy.
  • Highlights progress and gaps in IPC implementation globally.
  • Only 6% of countries with active IPC programmes meet all WHO minimum requirements.
  • Only 16% of a global sample of health care facilities meet these standards.
  • Calls for urgent investment and implementation of the WHO global action plan on IPC.
  • A WHO global investment case on IPC will be published in January 2025 with additional data on cost-effectiveness.

• World Hand Hygiene Day (WHHD) 2025:

  • Focus on the role of hand hygiene and glove use.
  • Slogan: "It might be gloves. It's always hand hygiene."
  • Key messages will address appropriate use times and environmental impact of waste.
  • WHO collaborates with stakeholders to promote IPC practices globally.

• Regional News:

  • AFRO IPC team supported Angola in developing a five-year IPC strategic plan.
  • Timor-Leste health officials participated in a five-day IPC training in India, enhancing their skills and capacity to implement IPC programs.
  • These trainings are expected to create a ripple effect through mentorship and leadership roles.

• Partner News:

  • APIC launched an IPC Staffing Calculator to determine staffing ratios based on risk and complexity factors.
  • A MO KIDS IPC Toolkit was developed to help schools implement IPC practices.
  • AL-CIP (Advanced Leadership Certification in IPC) will open for applications in January 2025.
  • A new chapter of APIC is being established in Senegal.
  • The Public Health Agency of Canada released interim guidance for managing mpox and avian influenza in health care settings.

• Upcoming Events:

  • ICPIC 2025 (International Conference on Prevention and Infection Control) will take place from 16–19 September 2025 in Geneva, Switzerland.
  • The conference will focus on topics such as hand hygiene, AI/machine learning, antibiotic stewardship, and eco-friendly IPC solutions.
  • It will include symposia for nurses and allied health professionals, as well as various sessions like keynotes, Pro-Con debates, and the ICPIC Innovation Academy.
  • A webinar on the WHO global report and investment case will be held on 4 February 2025.
  • A call for abstracts is open for the Infection Control Africa Network Congress (ICAN 2025), to be held in Cape Town, South Africa, from 29 June to 2 July 2025.

• Other Updates:

  • A survey on IPC and the SDGs is open until 12 January 2025, inviting health care professionals to participate.
  • The Journal of Hospital Infection is calling for submissions for a special issue on integrated IPC and AMS strategies, with a deadline of 31 January 2025.

Key Information

• The WHO Global Report on IPC 2024 underscores the need for improved IPC implementation and monitoring.
• Only a small percentage of health care facilities meet WHO IPC standards, indicating a significant gap.
• The upcoming ICPIC 2025 and ICAN 2025 will serve as platforms for global dialogue and knowledge sharing.
• APIC and other partners are developing tools and resources to support IPC and AMR programs.
• The WHO IPC Toolkit for Schools and IPC Staffing Calculator are valuable resources for improving IPC practices in diverse settings.
• The AL-CIP certification is expected to enhance leadership in IPC.
• WHO continues to collaborate with global partners and stakeholders to advance IPC globally.

Language and Translation Note

• The newsletter is primarily in English.
• It is regretfully noted that the newsletter is not currently available in French or Spanish.
• WHO acknowledges this limitation and apologizes for any inconvenience caused.