Why is Surveillance Important in Infection Prevention?
Surveillance is a critical component of infection prevention. It involves the systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of health data to identify infection trends, outbreaks, and emerging threats. By maintaining effective surveillance systems, Infection Preventionists can:
Rapidly detect and respond to outbreaks. Identify risk factors associated with infections. Monitor the effectiveness of infection control measures. Provide data-driven recommendations for practice improvements.
