Systematic screening of infection prevention policies for equity impacts

  • Caitlin L. McGrath
  • , Yasaman Fatemi
  • , Thérèse Mirisola
  • , Tanya Ferreira
  • , Adrienne D'Alo
  • , Victoria J.L. Konold
  • , Alicia Tieder
  • , Ashley Stratton
  • , Matthew P. Kronman
  • , Danielle M. Zerr

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Abstract

We reviewed infection prevention policies using an adapted Equity Impact Assessment tool. Thirty-one percent of policies had substantial potential to impact marginalized groups and create or sustain inequities, and most lacked existing equity considerations. Systematic policy review for equity implications can result in actions to improve care and quality.

Original languageEnglish
Article numbere77
JournalAntimicrobial Stewardship and Healthcare Epidemiology
Volume5
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Mar 14 2025

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