Infection, Prevention and Control
Information about Infection, Prevention and Control
Stay protected, stay healthy: Practical guidance and local resources to help you prevent and control infection - empowering you help stop the spread of disease. The Health Protection Team supports the public within the Bury area with public health. They encourage excellent infection prevention and control practices in accordance with national standards by supporting adult health and social care organisations, children’s and early years settings as well as the general public.
We support the public within the Bury area with public health.
As dedicated advocates for the well-being and safety of individuals in adult care settings, we understand the critical importance of maintaining a robust IPC framework.
Standard precautions are crucial elements that lower the risk of microorganism transmission
The winter season results in increased pressure across health and social care settings including more respiratory illnesses, such as flu and COVID-19.
Infection Prevention and Control Awareness Days and Campaigns
At-risk groups include older people, the very young and people with pre-existing medical conditions as well as those whose health, housing or economic circumstances put them at greater risk of harm from adverse weather.
Outbreak Resources
Antimicrobial Awareness
Newsletters produced by the Bury Health Protection Team for Adult Social Care
Study Dates and Training
Navigate the below for useful links and guidance