KSMC observes global infection control week

RIYADH – Under the slogan of “You and infection control”, King Saud Medical City celebrated the global week for infection control to spread the word on protective ways and means. Of late, infections have emerged as posing a grave risk to the safety of patients and healthcare providers. Moreover, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that 1 out of every 25 hospitalized patients develop a healthcare-associated infection each year. For example, infections could result from facilities that include surgical sites, urinary tract, and blood stream and the lack of hygiene in the environment. In today’s world and with the spread of many diseases like the recent Ebola, it is fundamental to educate and remind people to always stay alert and take precautions in order to avoid such life threatening diseases. Moreover, this one week exhibition aims to raise the awareness of healthcare staff, patients and their families on the importance of several elements such as cleanliness of the environment, washing hands regularly, properly wearing protective clothes aand educating healthcare staff and patients about the best ways to use antibiotics. The celebration included a variety of daily activities that took place in in the medical tower lobby with the participation of many departments and visitors to the city.