Communicable Disease Information
Updated within attached websites as information becomes available
Communicable Disease
COVID-19
NDDHHS | North Dakota Health and Human Services – Covid 19
HHS | US Department of Health and Human Services – Covid 19
CDC | Centers for Disease Control – Covid 19
CMS | Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services – Covid 19
Measles
NDDHHS North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services – Measles
HHS | U.S. Department of Health and Human Services – Measles
CDC | Centers for Disease Control – Measles
CMS | Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services – Measles
Ebola
NDDHHS | North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services – Ebola
HHS | U.S. Department of Health and Human Services – Ebola
CDC | Centers for Disease Control – Ebola
CMS | Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services – Ebola
Hantavirus
HHS | U.S. Department of Health and Human Services – Hantavirus
CDC | Centers for Disease Control – Hantavirus
CMS | Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
New World Screwworm
NDDHHS | North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services – Screwworm
HHS | U.S. Department of Health and Human Services – Screwworm
CDC | Centers for Disease Control – Screwworm
CMS | Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services – Screwworm
Viral Hemorrhagic Fever
NDDHHS | North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services – Viral Hemorrhagic Fever
HHS | U.S. Department of Health and Human Services – Viral Hemorrhagic Fever
CDC | Centers for Disease Control – Viral Hemorrhagic Fever
CMS | Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services – Viral Hemorrhagic Fever
Healthcare Associated Infection (HAI)
Prevention strategies for Healthcare Associated Infections (HAIs) include strict hand hygiene, proper sterilization of invasive devices, antimicrobial stewardship, and targeted infection control protocols. Reducing HAIs not only improves patient outcomes but also lowers healthcare costs and prevents the spread of resistant organisms.
Top 10 Healthcare Associated Infections
Healthcare associated infections (HAIs) are illnesses patients acquire during or shortly after receiving medical care. They are a major cause of morbidity, mortality, and increased healthcare costs Prevention is a top priority.
1. Surgical Site Infection (SSI)
SSI occurs at the site of a surgical procedure, often due to inadequate sterile technique or poor postoperative care. It can lead to prolonged hospital stays and higher costs. CDC | SSI
2. Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection (CLABSI)
CLABSI infections are from central lines (or venous catheters) typically in the neck, chest, or groin that allow pathogens direct access to the bloodstream. CLABSIs are prevented by strict insertion and maintenance protocols. When methods fail, sepsis typically occurs. CDC | CLABSI
3. Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infection (CAUTI)
UTIs linked to indwelling urinary catheters or failures in infection prevention (most common is failure in hand washing/sanitizer use), which are common in hospitalized patients, or long-term care residents, especially those with urinary retention or post-surgical needs CDC | UTI
4. Ventilator Associated Pneumonia (VAP)
VAPs are often due to aspiration or contaminated ventilator equipment. CDC | VAP
5. Hospital Acquired Pneumonia (HAP)
HAP often occurs in patients with weakened immune systems or multiple comorbidities. CDC | HAP
6. Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
MRSA is a type of staph infection resistant to many antibiotics. MRSA can occur on the skin or in the bloodstream and is typically seen in hospitalized patients or long-term care residents. CDC | MRSA
7. Carbapenem Resistant Enterobacterales (CRE)
CRE is a group of bacteria that is resistant to carbapenem antibiotics. It is a major concern due to limited treatment options and often causes severe bloodstream or urinary tract infections. CDC | CRE
8. Pseudomonas aeruginosa Infections
A Gram-negative bacterium that can cause serious infections in healthcare settings, especially in immunocompromised patients or those with invasive devices. CDC | Pseudomonas aeruginosa Infection
9. Klebsiella pneumoniae Infections
A Gram-negative pathogen that can cause pneumonia, bloodstream infections, and urinary tract infections. CDC | Klebsiella pneumoniae Infections
10. Other Invasive Device Related Infections
Includes infections from feeding tubes, drains, and other medical devices. These infections are often linked to poor hygiene or prolonged device use. Bing Search.