Selected Research Topics

Investigators in the Prevention Epicenters Program conduct research studies across a spectrum of topics related to the prevention of healthcare-associated infections and the spread of antibiotic-resistant germs.

In 2016, CDC expanded the program, enhancing capacity to find innovative strategies to protect patients by stopping spread of germs including antibiotic-resistant bacteria, Ebola virus and other dangerous organisms. Prevention Epicenter investigators’ activities include:

  • Testing regional, versus single-facility strategies to prevent infections, identify and track transmission of antibiotic-resistant germs including carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE).
  • Researching new approaches to help slow the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria and prevent the spread of these germs.
  • Testing regional, versus single-facility strategies to prevent infections, identify and track transmission antibiotic-resistant germs including carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE))
  • Preventing the transmission of germs, including Ebola virus, during interactions between healthcare workers and patients.
  • Evaluating the best approaches to using personal protective equipment.
  • Studying new approaches that minimize the role of the healthcare environment (e.g., surfaces such as bed rails or equipment) in the spread of germs.
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