Healthcare Associated Infection – AZ Dept. of Health Services Director's Blog

The 2017 ADVICE Collaborative is Coming Soon
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The 2017 ADVICE Collaborative is Coming Soon

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The 2017 ADVICE Collaborative is Coming Soon

By Cara Christ|2017-06-14T09:57:53-07:00June 14th, 2017|Preparedness|

In 2013, our Licensing and Infectious Disease Services teams partnered with the Healthcare Associated Infection (HAI) Program to develop a day-long ADVICE Collaborative conference aimed at improving infection control practices. The ADVICE Collaborative brings together licensed dialysis providers, the dialysis network, federal partners and public health professionals to find new ways to promote infection control, build relationships, and identify how public health can [...]

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Our Work to Improve Patient Safety Continues
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Our Work to Improve Patient Safety Continues

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Our Work to Improve Patient Safety Continues

By Cara Christ|2017-03-27T09:21:12-07:00March 27th, 2017|Preparedness|

Healthcare Associated Infections (HAIs) are infections that patients can get while receiving medical treatment for something else in a healthcare facility. These infections can have devastating emotional, financial, and medical consequences. The National Patient Safety Foundation reminds us of the importance of safe patient care. This year's United for Patient Safety Campaign focuses on making [...]

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Think Sepsis for Quickly Recognizing and Treating Life Threatening Infection
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Think Sepsis for Quickly Recognizing and Treating Life Threatening Infection

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Think Sepsis for Quickly Recognizing and Treating Life Threatening Infection

By Cara Christ|2017-02-10T09:48:41-07:00September 9th, 2016|Preparedness|

Recently, CDC’s Vital Signs publication highlighted sepsis, a complication caused by the body’s overwhelming and life-threatening response to infection, which can lead to tissue damage, organ failure and death. Sepsis is a medical emergency and is deadly when it’s not quickly recognized and treated . Patients who develop sepsis have an increased risk of complications and [...]

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Moving Forward in Arizona’s Dialysis Facilities
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Moving Forward in Arizona’s Dialysis Facilities

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Moving Forward in Arizona’s Dialysis Facilities

By Cara Christ|2017-02-10T09:48:45-07:00July 11th, 2016|Licensing|

This year marked the fourth year that our Bureau of Medical Facilities Licensing partnered with stakeholders to provide a day-long educational session for end-stage renal dialysis (ESRD) providers in Arizona. This year we saw an increase in attendees from other states. Approximately 135 participants attended the 2016 ADVICE Collaborative to identify data-driven opportunities to improve [...]

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