Official Twitter page for the Infection Prevention Team @UHSFT. Supporting delivery of safe practice - every patient, every colleague, every day.
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Flu cases have hit earlier than usual and are already three times higher than this time last year β with infections rising fastest among children.
NHS teams have delivered 12.2 million flu vaccines so far to protect those most at risk.
Read more β‘οΈ england.nhs.uk/2025/10/earlyβ¦
ALT Child wrapped in a blanket sitting indoors, appearing unwell, with sunlight streaming through a window behind them and NHS logo in the corner. Text reads 'Flu cases three times higher than this time last year'.
UHS Infection Prevention Team π retweeted
Itβs time to ππ΅π’π―π₯ ππππ for Infection Prevention!
This year's #IIPW will honour the work of infection preventionists and rally around the four pillars of stopping the spread:
πΉ Unite
πΉ Protect
πΉ Prevent
πΉ Prevail
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UHS Infection Prevention Team π retweeted
β οΈ Together with @MHRAgovuk, weβre advising the public to stop using certain non-sterile alcohol-free wipes, as they may be contaminated with Burkholderia stabilis.
π°π gov.uk/government/news/publiβ¦
ALT Cleaning wounds or broken skin? Only use wipes marked as βsterileβ. Check your first aid kit: β’ Sterile wipes only β’ Undamaged packaging β’ In-date products
A sad day for the IPT today as the fabulous @pennydoherty17 retired. A phenomenal 40 years in nursing, 11 of which were spent in the team. Thankyou Penny for everything. We will miss you π₯° @UHSFT
UHS Infection Prevention Team π retweeted
β οΈMeasles can be a serious illness. More than 1 in 10 children haven't had the MMR vaccine and they need 2 doses to get full protection.
Find out more. ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/05/23β¦
ALT Young boy blowing out candles on a birthday cake
UHS Infection Prevention Team π retweeted
Measles cases are rising in England.
It spreads easily and can cause serious illness, especially in babies, pregnant women and those with weak immune systems.
MMR vaccination is safe and offers lifelong protection.
For more info, visit: nhs.uk/MMR
ALT Illustration of a father carrying his child on his shoulders with NHS warning about measles risks and importance of MMR vaccination. Text reads 'Measles can make your child seriously unwell. Make sure your child is up to date with their MMR vaccinations.'
UHS Infection Prevention Team π retweeted
Today we launched #ArmedForcesWeek at UHS with a flag-raising ceremony for #ReservesDay
Kevin Wright, co-chair of our Armed Forces Staff Network, opened with a reading of βThe Callβ to honour those who serve.
Thank you to all who serve π
π· Craig Hobbs Photography
An awesome team of unsung heroes. We couldnβt function without them β€οΈ
Itβs #BiomedicalScienceDay and weβre shining a light on our amazing Microbiology team at UHS!
From agar art to plate streaking, they've been celebrating their vital role in healthcare π§«π
Hidden heroes of healthcare - their work makes a real difference for patients every day!
UHS Infection Prevention Team π retweeted
π§«π§Ό Our Microbiology and Virology team have launched a brand new TikTok account π π± (uhs_microviro)
Theyβre using creative clips to highlight and explore how infections are diagnosed for hundreds of thousands of UHS patients every year.
Follow them for more like this π
In order to raise awareness for #WorldHandHygieneDay2025, our IPNs have been out on the wards this week. Here are some staff from T&O getting in the spirit! #WHHD25 #washyourhands #handhygiene @UHSFT
Kicking off hand hygiene awareness week @UHSFT #WorldHandHygieneDay2025
#WorldHandHygieneDay2025 It might be gloves, itβs always hand hygiene @UHSFT
UHS Infection Prevention Team π retweeted
π§Ί Itβs #WorldLaundryDay and weβre shining a light on one of our incredible behind-the-scenes teams here at UHS.
Our Linen and Post Services Team are the friendly, hard-working crew helping to keep the hospital running - handling over 6 million items a year! π²
#WeAreUHS
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UHS Infection Prevention Team π retweeted
Measles can have serious and sometimes fatal consequences and is still common in many countries worldwide. Before you travel, make sure you & your loved ones are up to date with #MMR vaccinations. βοΈ
Find out more: nhs.uk/MMR
UHS Infection Prevention Team π retweeted
Today is #WorldTBDay. Understanding the symptoms of #Tuberculosis allows you to get treatment before the illness gets serious. π€
π nhs.uk/conditions/tuberculosβ¦
ALT Did you know? Not every persistent cough, along with a fever, is caused by flu or COVID-19. A cough that usually has mucus and lasts longer than 3 weeks could be tuberculosis.
UHS Infection Prevention Team π retweeted
End of an era today for @UHS_IPT as our Information Analyst Steve worked his final day before retirement after 17 years in the team. He has truly transformed our access to and the way we use information. An absolute legend who we will miss immensely @UHSFT
UHS Infection Prevention Team π retweeted
A great blog from our very own @JacquiPrieto1 #preventativefundamentalcare #NutritionAndHydrationWeek @UHS_IPT @UHSFT @UHS_Dietitians
#Hydration is key to health, but often overlooked. This #NutritionAndHydrationWeek, letβs make it a priority.
Encouraging fluid intake and making #hydration a priority can make a big difference.
Read more in this blog from @JacquiPrieto1
ips.uk.net/post/news/nutritiβ¦
UHS Infection Prevention Team π retweeted
π« π¦ Itβs very important not to visit patients staying with us if youβre unwell with diarrhoea or vomiting.
We're asking visitors not to come to our hospitals if they, or people they live with, have had these symptoms within the past three days.
βΉοΈ nhs.uk/norovirus
UHS Infection Prevention Team π retweeted
We are still seeing more #norovirus cases than in any season since we started our current reporting system. π
Here is what you can do to avoid the spread. π§Ό
UHS Infection Prevention Team π retweeted
Norovirus is circulating and impacting UHS hospitals. π¦
π« Itβs important not to visit loved ones if youβre unwell with symptoms.
You must wait until you are at least 48 hours clear from your last symptom episode before visiting our hospitals.
More βΉοΈ nhs.uk/norovirus
