Infection prevention and control blind spots in education and practice: Qualitative insights from healthcare professionals and healthcare students
This part of the study phase argues for stronger collaboration between higher education institutions and healthcare settings to better align curriculum with current IPC practices. Addressing the gaps in curriculum development and execution and clinical mentorship is crucial for ensuring that future healthcare professionals are fully equipped to manage infection risks effectively.
Authors
- Doreen Macherera Mukona (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9244-6389)
- Atika Khalaf (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9958-0222)
- Emma Burnett (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7481-1987)
- Rebecca George
- Joemol James (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1271-7813)
- Salimbabu Abdulla
- Smitha Joesph
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Infection Prevention
- Published
- 2025-08-14
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1177/17571774251366943
- Primary Topic
- Infection Control in Healthcare
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Infection Prevention Society