PICNet, in collaboration with six BC health authorities, conducts provincial surveillance of three health care-associated infections: Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI), Carbapenemase-producing organisms (CPO), and Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). We also produce and publish quarterly provincial reports on hand cleaning compliance (HCC). You can read more about each type of health care-associated infection via the links below:
Health Care-Associated Infections
Health care-associated infections (HAIs, also known as nosocomial infections or hospital acquired infections) are infections acquired by patients during their hospital stay for other conditions.
Surveillance Reports
PICNet, in collaboration with six BC health authorities, conducts provincial surveillance of three health care-associated infections: Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI), Carbapenemase-producing organisms (CPO), and Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).
Additional Resources
Discover reports and data on antibiotic resistance, health care-associated infections, and public health surveillance, along with links to CNISP, IPAC-Canada, and NHSN/CDC resources.
Hand Cleaning Compliance
Hand hygiene refers to removing or killing microorganisms on the hands and is one of the most effective measures to prevent the spread of infections.