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2023 Faculty of Clinical Medicine and Dentistry IAA Journal of Scientific Research

Factors Influencing Hospital Infections, Prevention and Control Practices Among Health Workers at Kiu-Th Ishaka Bushenyi District

Kateregga Geofrey

The study aimed to assess factors influencing hospital-acquired infection prevention andcontrol practices among health workers. The objectives included assessing hand hygiene,waste segregation, and safe injections. A cross-sectional descriptive study with 120participants from various clinics was conducted. Results showed that most respondentshad adequate knowledge on infection prevention and control. The study recommendedthat health facilities provide guidelines, supervise workers, provide adequate disposalmaterials, and conduct regular health education and seminars for workers. This wouldhelp reduce the rate of new infections, hospital stays, and health service costs