AHRQ Patient Safety Network: National and State Healthcare-Associated Infections Progress Report.

AHRQ Patient Safety Network



National and State Healthcare-Associated Infections Progress Report.

Avery L, Bennett R, Brinsley-Rainisch K, et al. Atlanta, GA: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; January 2015.

This annual analysis explores rates of health care–associated infections reported in the United States. Data from 2013 revealed significant reductions central line–associated bloodstream infections and surgical site infections, while rates of catheter-associated urinary tract infections increased, raising awareness of the need for enhanced prevention efforts nationwide.

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