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Healthcare-associated infection information for the general public

Handwashing is one of the easiest ways to protect yourself from infectious diseases.
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MDPH resources for patients

Prevent infections and stay healthy in the hospital 

See our fact sheet on infections and staying healthy in hospitals. Non-English translations are available.

2018 Interactive HAI Map 

Use this interactive map for statewide and individual hospital information about specific types of healthcare associated infections (HAI) and healthcare personnel influenza vaccination rates for 2018-2019 at Massachusetts acute care hospitals.

MDPH statewide and facility-specific healthcare-associated infection (HAI) reports 
MDPH Healthcare Personnel Flu Vaccination Report 
MDPH Information on Antibiotic and Antimicrobial Resistance 

CDC resources for patients

Patient Safety: What you can do to be a safe patient 
Respiratory Hygiene/Cough Etiquette in Healthcare Settings 
Clean Hands Count! 
Hand Hygiene in Healthcare Settings 

Additional information

Additional information and resources on handwashing can be obtained from the Massachusetts Health Promotion Clearinghouse 

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