International Infection Prevention Week (IIPW) 2025
International Infection Prevention Week (IIPW)
Held annually to highlight the vital role of infection prevention and control (IPC) in protecting patients, healthcare workers, and communities. The week aims to raise awareness, promote best practices, and inspire collective action toward building safer healthcare environments.Celebrated each October, IIPW serves as a reminder that infection prevention is everyone’s responsibility. Through education, collaboration, and innovation, healthcare professionals and the public can work together to reduce the spread of infections and strengthen resilience across all care settings.
This week provides an opportunity to recognize the efforts of infection prevention professionals, share success stories, and reinforce a culture of safety.
