Infection Prevention

The Infection Prevention resources provided below can help patients and providers learn best practices to stop infections in the dialysis setting.

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GET YOUR SHOT: NOT FLU YouTube Play Icon
The flu vaccine protects you from getting influenza viruses. These resources describe the importance of getting the flu shot for dialysis patients and transplant recipients.
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IT ONLY TAKES A MINUTE TO SAVE YOUR LIFELINE - ACCESS CHECK GUIDE PDF Icon
Use this quick guide to learn how to protect your vascular access health - Look, Listen, and Feel.

TACKLING TRANSPLANT INFECTIONS  PDF Icon
Learn about ways to avoid getting an infection after your transplant with this helpful resource.

CLEAN HANDS COUNT
Learn more about the CDC's Clean Hand's Count campaign and how you can apply these concepts to your ESRD care.

CONVERSATION STARTER
 This CDC guide can help you find a starting point to improve awareness about patient safety issues.

TEST YOUR HAND HYGIENE KNOWLEDGE
An interactive video tutorial to test your knowledge of best hand hygiene practices. (Opens in new window)