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Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology
APIC Launches First National C. Difficile Prevalence Study
April 4th, 2008
The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) announced a detailed strategy to combat Clostridium difficile-associated disease (CDAD). The initiative begins with the first national prevalence study to gain a better understanding of the spread of this virulent pathogen. C. difficile is a life-threatening bacterium that causes diarrhea and more serious intestinal conditions such as colitis and is frequently associated with prolonged antibiotic use. CDAD is most commonly contracted by the elderly and those with recent exposure to hospitals, nursing homes and other healthcare institutions. Over the past several years, a more toxic strain of...
Source: Health Business Week (2008-04-04)
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