Special from the IPS Conference - reducing C. difficile by better mouthcare and a general chat

In this first episode recorded at the Infection Prevention Society Conference (Bournemouth, UK) we talk to Dr Holly Slyne about how the Mouth Care Matters programme resulted in a reduction in C. difficile infections by way of reducing healthcare-associated pneumonias and antibiotic use. Holly has kindly shared some resources, please see links below.

Following that, Brett, Phil and Martin have a chat about the importance of face-to-face meetings and our conference highlights so far.

 

Health Education England Mouth Care Matters website: http://mouthcarematters.hee.nhs.uk/

 

Mouthcare matters poster courtesy of Dr Holly Slyne HERE

Mouthcare care plan courtesy of Dr Holly Slyne HERE