Infection Prevention and Control
We take infection prevention and control very seriously to make sure we are giving our patients the best possible care while they are staying in hospital.
About IPC
Infection prevention and control is one of our key priorities at University Hospitals Tees.
Preventing infection
Hand hygiene is one of the simplest and most effective methods of reducing the transmission of infection.
Clostridium difficile
Information on c.difficile and how to prevent it from spreading.
MRSA
Information on MRSA and how to prevent it from spreading.
Norovirus
Norovirus is the most common cause of infectious gastroenteritis in England and Wales and can affect people at any age.
How you can help
Advice for patients and visitors to help us prevent the spread of healthcare associated infections.