Study Calls for Improved Staffing in Pediatric Infection Control

A recent study in the American Journal of Infection Control highlights the urgent need for improved staffing in infection prevention at children’s hospitals. Focusing on Boston Children’s Hospital, the research reveals that traditional metrics for determining infection preventionist staffing are outdated, emphasizing the complexities of modern healthcare. The study calls for a reevaluation of infection control staffing strategies to enhance patient safety and support pediatric healthcare.