International Stress Awareness Day – Maintaining high standards in Infection Prevention and Control

As part of International Stress Awareness Day, we wanted to take a moment to highlight the important link between managing stress and maintaining high standards in Infection Prevention and Control (IPC).

In our roles, attention to detail is critical for preventing the spread of infections and ensuring the safety of those in our care. However, stress and fatigue can lead to oversights and errors, which may compromise the quality of our work and IPC standards. This is why it’s essential to take regular breaks, manage workloads, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

By taking care of your well-being, you’re not only supporting yourself but also helping to uphold the highest standards of infection prevention. Let’s use this day as a reminder to pause, check in with ourselves, and encourage each other to take the necessary steps to reduce stress.

If you need any support or advice on managing stress, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

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