Help us stop the spread of infection: Hospitals in the region ask for public support in stopping the spread of infection

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.