What are HCAIs? Copy

HCAIs are caused by bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Infections caused by bacteria can be treated with antibiotics, but infections caused by viruses cannot be treated with antibiotics and can spread quickly when uncontrolled. Healthcare providers monitor the number of new infections so they can advise staff, patients and visitors on proper infection prevention procedures. Some bacterial infections, such as MRSA, are becoming resistant to antibiotics. This is a problem because it limits treatment options to very ill patients.