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Avoid passing on viruses like flu, COVID-19 and norovirus to others this winter.   Try to avoid contact with people while you have symptoms . Find out more nhs.uk/staywell

During an outbreak, increase the cleaning frequency of frequently touched surfaces in shared areas and shared equipment. Use 1,000 ppm chlorine based solution to clean rooms, toilets and showers used by symptomatic service users. ow.ly/IFsx50UJZp1 #InfectionControl

Are you an working in an older persons care setting on Wirral? If so, you can access FREE training about urinary tract infections! Visit ow.ly/9R3L50UK0y4 to book on! #WirralCare #UTITraining

Are you an working in an older persons care setting on Wirral? If so, you can access FREE training about urinary tract infections! Visit ow.ly/9R3L50UK0y4 to book on! #WirralCare #UTITraining

Bacteria are single-celled organisms that are invisible to the naked eye. They form part of the Earths ecosystems, found both inside and outside of organisms, on surfaces and in substances like water, soil and food. youtube.com/watch?v=5ig6FO… #Bacteria #Microbiology #MicrobialLife

Are you an working in a domiciliary care provider on Wirral? If so, you can access FREE training about all things infection control! Visit ow.ly/4oWP50UK0ZV to find out more and book your place! #DomiciliaryCare #WirralHealthcare

Are you an working in a domiciliary care provider on Wirral? If so, you can access FREE training about all things infection control! Visit wchc.nhs.uk/ipc-topics/ipc… to find out more and book your place! #DomiciliaryCare #WirralHealthcare

Cases of #Norovirus are way above what we usually see at this time of year. 📈 The virus spreads easily. Read our blog post for everything you need to know about how to deal with the ‘winter vomiting bug’. 👇 ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2022/11/17/nor…

🧼 #Norovirus spreads easily, washing your hands regularly with soap and warm water can help limit the spread 🏠 You remain infectious for 48 hours after symptoms stop and should stay home at this time 🔄 Just because you’ve had norovirus once doesn’t mean you won’t get it again

Group A streptococcus (GAS) is a type of bacteria in the throat and on the skin. It can cause strep throat, scarlet fever, impetigo, cellulitis and other health conditions. Best way to prevent it is to follow good hygiene practices and stay home your sick #GroupAStreptococcus

We're currently seeing high levels of #Norovirus cases. 📈 🧼 Wash your hands regularly with soap and warm water 🏠 Stay home for 48 hours after symptoms stop as you're still infectious 🔄 Just because you’ve had it once doesn’t mean you won’t get it again

Chickenpox is an itchy, spotty rash and can appear anywhere on the body. It usually gets better by itself after 1 to 2 weeks without needing to see a GP. Stay away from school, nursery or work until the spots have formed a scab. #Chickenpox

Did you know that more than one #Norovirus genotype is circulating at the moment? Find out more on our blog: ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2024/11/29/why…

Whilst enjoying the sunshine over this bank holiday weekend, have a look at some top tips for staying hydrated this summer 💦🏖️ #StayHydrated #HydrationTips #SummerWellness ow.ly/L6FM50VLb3f

Our amazing IPC Team out and about talking to staff about all things #handhygiene

Look what our colleagues at Elderholme Nursing Home got up to yesterday to celebrate Hand Hygiene Day! #ElderholmeNursingHome #HandHygieneDay #InfectionPrevention

Take care of yourself in the warm weather. Stay cool indoors between 11 am and 3 pm when the sun is at its hottest and close curtains on rooms that face the sun. Don't forget to stay hydrated and drink plenty of fluids! #HeatSafety #StayCool #HydrationTips

I was very impressed on my visit this morning with this care homes IPC board. Well done 5-7 Sunningdale Road. Very eye catching #IPC #makingsafetyfun

Check out some FREE training on offer to WIRRAL based practice nurses, HCAs and IPC Leads - book your space by visiting our IPC Digital hub wchc.nhs.uk/ipc-topics/ipc…

The IPCS will be at The Floral Pavilion on 11th June to celebrate Carers Week 2025. There is plenty on offer including workshops, presentations and support sessions. Head on over to the Wirral Carers Alliance webpage for more info wirralcarersalliance.com/commitment-to-… - see you there!