Published: 2025/12/03 19:27:24
APIC and SHEA launch Healthcare Infection Prevention Advisory Group (HIPAG)
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The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) and the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA) have jointly announced the formation of the Healthcare Infection Prevention Advisory Group (HIPAG). This new group aims too provide expert guidance and recommendations on critical infection prevention issues, fostering collaboration and advancing best practices in healthcare settings.
What is HIPAG?
HIPAG is designed to be a collaborative body bringing together leading experts in infection prevention and epidemiology. It will serve as a resource for addressing emerging challenges and providing timely, evidence-based recommendations to improve patient safety and healthcare quality. The group will focus on identifying key areas where expert input can make a notable impact, and will work to synthesize details and develop practical guidance for healthcare professionals.
Key Objectives of HIPAG
HIPAG’s primary objectives include:
- Providing expert advice on complex infection prevention issues.
- Developing consensus recommendations based on the latest scientific evidence.
- Facilitating dialog and collaboration among infection prevention professionals.
- Supporting the development of resources and tools to enhance infection prevention practices.
- Addressing emerging threats and challenges in healthcare epidemiology.
Membership and Structure
The structure and membership of HIPAG are currently being finalized. The group will comprise representatives from various organizations and specialties within the field of infection prevention. APIC and SHEA are actively seeking participation from organizations interested in contributing expert representatives.
How to Get Involved
Organizations interested in participating in or contributing expert representatives to HIPAG are encouraged to contact either APIC or SHEA for more information.
Looking Ahead
The launch of HIPAG represents a significant step forward in strengthening infection prevention efforts across the healthcare landscape. With a coordinated communication and engagement plan underway, HIPAG is poised to become a valuable resource for healthcare professionals seeking to improve patient safety and combat healthcare-associated infections. further details regarding the group’s structure, membership, and initial priorities will be announced in the coming weeks.