An investigation of Infection Prevention and Control professionals’ experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic: A global perspective
IPC professionals showed remarkable dedication despite facing structural neglect and emotional difficulties. Findings highlight the urgent need to formalise IPC leadership roles within health systems, ensure proper recognition and resources, and incorporate psychosocial support measures to enhance pandemic preparedness and response capacity worldwide.
Authors
- Peta‐Anne Zimmerman (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3764-1277)
- Jocelyne M. Basseal (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4434-7079)
- Roslyn Walker
- Matthew Mason (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3749-8677)
Institutions
- Griffith University (AU)
- University of the Sunshine Coast (AU)
- Sydney Local Health District (AU)
- Gold Coast Health (AU)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Infection Disease & Health
- Published
- 2025-11-13
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.idh.2025.10.004
- Primary Topic
- COVID-19 and Mental Health
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00