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International collaboration in infection control has grown significantly since the 1960s. Partnerships between organizations like the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA) and the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) with Saudi Arabia

Area of Science:

  • Healthcare Epidemiology
  • Infection Prevention and Control
  • Global Health Security

Background:

  • The modern infection control profession originated in the 1960s in response to widespread hospital-acquired Staphylococcus aureus infections.
  • Nursing, medical, and microbiology professions, alongside governmental and non-governmental agencies, drove early infection control efforts.
  • Infection control programs have expanded globally over the past three decades, with increasing international collaboration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the growing trend of international collaboration in infection control.
  • To showcase specific examples of successful partnerships in infection control education and training.
  • To emphasize the future potential of global partnerships in addressing infection prevention and control challenges.

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Main Methods:

  • Describing two specific international partnerships in infection control.
  • Detailing collaborative efforts between US-based professional organizations (SHEA, APIC) and a Saudi Arabian center of excellence (KFNGH).
  • Focusing on educational meetings and infection control certification as key collaborative activities.

Main Results:

  • Successful establishment of educational and training collaborations between US and Saudi Arabian infection control professionals.
  • Facilitation of information exchange and relationship development through joint activities.
  • Strengthening of infection control capabilities through international partnerships.

Conclusions:

  • International collaboration is crucial for advancing infection prevention and control globally.
  • Partnerships foster knowledge sharing and enhance professional development in infection control.
  • Future global health security relies on continued and expanded international cooperation in combating infectious diseases.