Healthcare-Associated Infections Declined in 2023, CDC Reports

Why it matters locally: Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are a concern for patients in all medical facilities, including those in Delaware. A national decline in HAIs suggests that patient safety practices being implemented across the country are having a positive effect, potentially benefiting Delaware patients as well.

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WASHINGTON — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported a decrease in healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) for 2023. This reduction signals changes in patient safety practices within medical facilities. Hospital-acquired infections, also known as HAIs, refer to infections patients contract while receiving medical care for other conditions. Medical professionals track these infections to monitor patient safety standards.