Optimizing Infection Prevention in Low-Income and Middle-Income Countries

Authors

• Yasmeen Mann
• Anita B. Shallal, Henry Ford HealthFollow
• Marcus J. Zervos, Henry Ford HealthFollow
• Gina Maki, Henry Ford HealthFollow

Recommended Citation

Mann Y, Shallal A, Zervos M, Maki G. Optimizing Infection Prevention in Low-Income and Middle-Income Countries. Infect Dis Clin North Am. 2026.

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

3-13-2026

Publication Title

Infectious disease clinics of North America

Keywords

Antibiotic resistance; Hospital acquired infections; Infection prevention and control; Low- and middle-income countries (LMIC)

Abstract

Infection prevention and control programs play a key role in preventing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and reducing antimicrobial resistance. HAIs account for a large amount of morbidity and mortality worldwide, with disproportionate adverse effects in low-income and middle-income countries (LMIC). Optimal approaches must be prioritized and tailored for LMIC, balancing effectiveness and cost in the implementation and optimization of infection prevention and control programs.

PubMed ID

41832127

ePublication

ePub ahead of print