November is C. diff Awareness Month

Learn the signs of C. diff and download new, free materials

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

Did you know? Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) is a germ that causes severe diarrhea, which can be life-threatening. It 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 and contributes to about 29,300 deaths.

Help protect yourself, your family, and your community from C. diff: Patients & Families—learn: What is C.diff and what symptoms to look for Who is at risk for C. diff infection How you can prevent the spread of C. diff in the hospital and at home Healthcare providers—download, share, and order: The latest C. diff prevention guidance and resources for clinicians NEW and UPDATED C. diff materials for patients and clinicians  FREE print materials (search “C. diff” under “Programs”) Answers to frequently asked questions about C. diff Partners—explore new data: From CDC researchers about emerging strains, association with antibiotic use, recent trends in U.S. hospitals, and the COVID-19 impact on healthcare-associated infections From CDC and partners in the Antibiotic Resistance and Patient Safety Portal Visit CDC’s C. diff website to learn more.

	29,300 people with #Cdiff infection die in the U.S. each year. Learn how you can protect yourself and your loved ones from this deadly infection. https://www.cdc.gov/cdiff/materials.html #CdiffAwarenessmonth #CdiffInfectionAwareness #BeAntibioticsAware

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