Download July’s social media posts!

Ready-made social media posts for you to share

Are you looking for a way to contribute to the #infectionprevention conversation on social media? Do you need relevant posts to share with your followers? Are you looking for fresh content for your newsfeeds to raise your infection prevention profile? APIC has created this new webpage to house the social media posts and resources you need! All you have to do is copy, paste, and post!

Don’t forget to tag @APIC in your posts. Follow APIC on Facebook and Twitter for the most up-to-date content.

July social media posts

Social Media Posts

Summer is in full swing, and, for some, that means traveling, picnicking, barbecuing, swimming, and spending time outdoors! Nobody wants to get sick, especially during the summer, so take a few moments to learn how to prevent infection this summer and year round.

This month the pre-written posts available to you include topics like: foodborne illness, mosquitoes, recreational water illness, and more!

World Hepatitis Day (July 28)

#WorldHepatitisDay Hepatitis is the inflammation of the liver. The most common types are A, B, and C. Learn more: https://apic.org/For-Consumers/Monthly-alerts-for-consumers/Article?id=hepatitis

Foodborne Illness

Before you fire up the grill for cookouts, picnics, and holiday celebrations, learn to prevent #foodborneillness. https://apic.org/For-Consumers/Monthly-alerts-for-consumers/Article?id=preventing-foodborne-illness

Botulism

#Botulism is a serious illness caused by a toxin that stops the body’s control of muscle movement. https://apic.org/For-Consumers/Monthly-alerts-for-consumers/Article?id=foodborne-botulism

Traveling

Taking some precautions before a trip and while traveling will help prevent illness. Learn more: https://apic.org/For-Consumers/Monthly-alerts-for-consumers/Article?id=travel-tips-to-keep-you-healthy-and-safe

Recreational Water Illness

Knowing the basic facts about RWI can be the difference between an enjoyable time in the water and getting sick. https://apic.org/For-Consumers/Monthly-alerts-for-consumers/Article?id=recreational-water-illnesses

Mosquito-borne Illness

The best way to prevent mosquito-borne illnesses (like #Zika) is to prevent mosquito bites. Learn more: http://professionals.site.apic.org/bugs-and-outbreaks/mosquito-borne-illnesses/

Lyme Disease

#LymeDisease is an infection that you can get from an infected deer tick. Learn how to prevent this disease: https://apic.org/For-Consumers/Monthly-alerts-for-consumers/Article?id=what-is-lyme-disease

Natural Disasters

Natural disaster (like hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods) can have #infectionprevention consequences. Be prepared: https://apic.org/For-Consumers/Monthly-alerts-for-consumers/Article?id=be-prepared-for-natural-disasters

International Infection Prevention Week

During the third week of October, infection preventionists take time out of their already busy schedules to celebrate International Infection Prevention Week (IIPW) to raise awareness of the role infection prevention plays in improving patient safety.

This year IIPW is October 15-21, 2017, and the theme is Antibiotic Resistance. Visit www.apic.org/patients for the most up-to-date information about IIPW.

APIC frequently updates the tools for you to advocate and promote IIPW, the materials to give infection prevention special visibility, and the resources for conversations about why infection prevention matters. Explore these resources and incorporate them in your IIPW celebration!

This year #IIPW is October 15-21. Learn how you can get involved and stop the spread of germs! http://consumers.site.apic.org/iipw/

This year #IIPW is October 15-21, and the theme is Antibiotic Resistance. Learn your ABCs: http://consumers.site.apic.org/infection-prevention-basics/ask-questions-about-your-medications/ #saveABX

Clean hands stop germs, and staying healthy prevents your need for antibiotics http://consumers.site.apic.org/infographics-2/clean-hands-stop-germs/ #saveABX #handhygiene #IIPW