November is C. diff Awareness Month

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Spread the Word, Not C. diff Join CDC in November for C. diff Awareness Month  to raise awareness about this deadly threat and save lives.

Did you know? Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) is a germ that causes severe diarrhea, which can be life-threatening. C. diff can affect anyone and is usually associated with recent antibiotic use. CDC estimates that C. diff causes almost half a million infections in the United States each year.  Help protect yourself, your family, and your community from C. diff: Patients & Families—learn:  Who is at risk for C. diff infection and what symptoms to look for  How you can prevent the spread of C. diff in the hospital and at home  Healthcare professionals—download, share, and order:  The latest C. diff guidance and prevention resources  The latest C. diff educational resources, including how to optimize antibiotic therapy to minimize the risk of C. diff infection [PDF - 1 Page]  FREE print materials (search “C. diff” under “Programs”, then click “Apply”) Answers to frequently asked questions about C. diff Christian Lillis’s blog about C.diff and the potential risks and harms of antibiotic overuse Visit CDC’s C. diff website to learn more. Infection control plays a critical role in stopping the spread of C. diff in healthcare settings. It’s important that all healthcare personnel understand the infection control actions they should take to stop the spread of germs. CDC’s Project Firstline provides innovative and accessible infection control resources so you can help keep your patients safe.

	Download, share, and order CDC’s latest #Cdiff educational resources. Search “C.diff” under “Programs”, then click “Apply” https://wwwn.cdc.gov/pubs/  #CdiffAwarenessmonth #CdiffInfectionAwareness #BeAntibioticsAware

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