Join us for the second event in our preventative care series, focusing on respiratory infection prevention and control in adult social care featuring expert speakers from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).
Respiratory infection prevention and control in adult social care
Date: Wednesday 23 September
Time: 10:30 - 12:00
Location: Online
Overview
As we approach the winter months, respiratory infections continue to pose significant challenges for people drawing on care and support, as well as the wider care workforce. Understanding how infections spread and the steps that can be taken to prevent and manage outbreaks is essential for maintaining safe, high-quality care.
UKHSA experts will share the latest information on acute respiratory infections, including common winter illnesses, national trends and data, immunisation programmes, and the support and guidance available to the adult social care sector. Participants will also have the opportunity to take part in interactive polls, ask questions, and access useful resources to support their practice.
What you'll gain from this event
This event will provide valuable knowledge and insights that can provide you with a greater awareness of infection prevention and control in adult social care, and support your role and responsibilities in helping to manage and prevent respiratory infections. By attending this session, you will:
- increase your understanding of acute respiratory infections and common winter illnesses
- learn how respiratory infections spread and the practical steps that can help prevent transmission in care settings
- understand how to identify, respond to and manage outbreaks effectively
- gain insight into national trends and data relating to respiratory infections
- explore the role of immunisation and other preventative measures in protecting people who draw on care and support
- discover guidance, resources and support available to the adult social care workforce.
What to expect
These sessions bring together expert speakers and sector insights to help staff better understand key areas of prevention and how to apply this in day-to-day practice. Each event will focus on practical learning, equipping attendees with the tools and resources needed to support people to stay well, safe and independent.
As part of our commitment to supporting the workforce, these events also create a space for shared learning, offering opportunities to ask questions, exchange experiences and access useful guidance and resources.
Who is this for
These events are designed for people working across adult social care, including:
- social care staff at all levels
- managers and team leaders
- registered professionals
- educators and trainers
- learning and development teams.