11th IPNET-K Conference 2024: Building Resilience Through Integrated Approaches to Infection Prevention and Control
Mark your calendars for the 11th Infection Prevention Network Kenya (IPNET-K) Conference 2024, themed "Building Resilience Through Integrated Approaches to Infection Prevention and Control." Scheduled to take place from the 13th to the 15th of August 2024, the event will be hosted at the serene Lake Naivasha Resort.
Event Details:
- Date: 13th - 15th August 2024
- Venue: Lake Naivasha Resort
- Time: Tuesday to Thursday (7:00 am - 5:00 pm)
Sub Themes:
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One Health IPC Strategies and Effective Governance:
- Preventing Cross-Species Disease Transmission
- Integrated Surveillance Systems for Human, Animal, and Environmental Health
- Fostering Collaborative Governance Structures to Support One Health IPC Programs
- Implementation and Governance Impact
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Sustainable IPC Solutions and Health Systems Strengthening:
- Sustainable IPC Solutions Implementation
- Integration of IPC Strategies in Health Policies
- Capacity Building and Training in IPC for Health Systems Resilience
- Community Engagement and Education in IPC to Combat Infectious Diseases
- Disease Outbreaks Preparedness and Response
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Antimicrobial Resistance:
- Economic Implications of AMR
- Leveraging Technology in AMR Mitigation
- Community Engagement and Educational Initiatives
- AMR as a Public Health Threat
- Antimicrobial and Diagnostic Stewardship
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IPC's Role in Preventing Public Health Threats:
- Preventing Cholera Outbreaks and Emerging Infections
- Preventing Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs)
- Integrating Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Measures into IPC
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Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD) Control and Prevention:
- Integrating IPC Strategies in NTD Programs
- Sustaining Efforts in NTD Control
- Innovative IPC Practices within Vulnerable Communities
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Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Practices for Climate Resilience:
- Global Warming Effects on WASH Practices
- Recycling of Water and WASH Innovations to Conserve the Environment
Conclusion:
The 11th IPNET-K Conference 2024 promises to be an enriching experience, bringing together experts, practitioners, and stakeholders in infection prevention and control. With its comprehensive thematic areas and emphasis on integrated approaches, the conference aims to foster resilience in combating infectious diseases while addressing contemporary challenges such as antimicrobial resistance and climate change. It's an opportunity for collaboration, learning, and advancing strategies for a healthier, safer future.
