Purpose
This page provides guidance and resources for health professionals on infection control of influenza in health care facilities.
Summary Documents
Educational documents for infection control in health care facilities.
Interim Guidance for Influenza Outbreak Management in Long-Term Care Facilities - CDC
Guidance for the Prevention and Control of Influenza in the Peri- and Postpartum Settings - CDC
Role of masks for controlling influenza when suboptimal immunization of the public could increase th...
Guidelines
CDC's Core Infection Prevention and Control Practices for Safe Healthcare Delivery in All Settings
Summary of Recommendations for Isolation Precautions
To prevent the transmission of all respiratory infections in healthcare settings, including influenz...
Health care professionals play a critical role in helping patients choose flu vaccines.
This action-oriented toolkit can help LTC settings prepare and respond to respiratory viruses.
CDC's infection control guideline library
Resources
Educational Resources
Clean Hands in Healthcare - Hand Hygiene Training
Healthy habits like avoiding people who are sick, covering your cough and washing your hands stops t...
Clean Hands Count campaign offers posters, factsheets, and brochures for healthcare providers and pa...
Related Resources
Interim Guidance for Influenza Outbreak Management in Long-Term Care Facilities - CDC