IPS Presents
Infection Prevention 2008: Inform, Promote and Sustain

Dates: 22nd - 24th September 2008
Venue: Harrogate International Centre

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The inaugural Infection Prevention Society (incorporating the ICNA) Conference & Exhibition will take place from the 22nd-24th September 2008 at the Harrogate International Centre. This key Infection Prevention and Control Conference is an essential event for anyone who has the challenge of preventing and controlling infections that occur through the provision of care or in the wider community.

Leading keynote speakers already confirmed include:
Prof. Stephan Harbarth (Attending Physician, Infectious Diseases, University of Geneva Hospitals)
Prof. Dinah Gould (Professor of Healthcare Research, City University, London)
Dr. Stephanie Dancer (Consultant Microbiologist, NHS Lanarkshire)

The themes for each day are:
Monday 22nd September - Informing infection prevention practice
Tuesday 23rd September - Promoting patient and public safety through control of infection
Wednesday 24th September - Sustaining quality improvement for infection prevention

Topics will include
Exploring the ‘real’ cost of healthcare associated infections
Managing surgical site infections
The role of the aseptic technique
Evidence for preventing infection
Clostridium difficile – guidance working in practice
A clean environment Vs. Hand Hygiene – What are the most important elements of infection prevention and control?
Antimicrobial guidelines
Involving patients
Managing Data
Infection Control in mental health
Leadership skills

There will also be workshops on managing outbreaks, writing for publication and undertaking research.

Tel: +44 (0)161 301 6857
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