Infection prevention and control in every healthcare facility is critical. It protects every patient and healthcare professional from acquiring any infection.
The World Health Organization conducted an assessment of Infection prevention and control in Indonesia from November to December 2024, which revealed that Indonesian hospitals are adopting quality-of-care and patient-safety measures.
80% of assessed hospitals achieved advanced performance in at least 5 of 8 IPC components.
No hospitals were rated “Basic” or “Inadequate,” showing overall improvement in IPC implementation.
IPC is embedded in Indonesia’s Health Transformation Agenda and RPJMN 2025–2029, aligning with universal health coverage (UHC).
Minister of Health Regulation No. 27 (2017) provides a legal framework for IPC standards in hospitals and healthcare facilities.
IPC compliance is tied to hospital accreditation, ensuring accountability
Hospitals that struggled with infection surveillance and antimicrobial stewardship scored lower. Defining the strategies for implementing surveillance is a must; healthcare professionals should be trained in monitoring systems and stewardship principles.
Urban and private hospitals performed better than rural ones, largely due to resources and trained staff. For learners, this underscores the importance of adapting IPC practices to different contexts, which is emphasized in training.
Infection prevention and control do not focus only on technical skills, but also prepare each healthcare professional to be an advocate of leadership and compliance.
7 per 100 patients in high-income countries acquire HAIs.
5 per 100 patients in low- and middle-income countries acquire HAIs.
1 in 10 affected patients die from HAIs.
2. Indonesia’s progress contributes to global health security
Real-world impact
In Indonesia, 80% of hospitals assessed achieved advanced performance in at least 5 of 8 IPC components. That’s proof that structured IPC programs can transform patient outcomes.
Global urgency
Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) affect 7 out of every 100 patients in high-income countries, and 15 out of 100 in low- and middle-income countries. One in ten of those patients will die. IPC training equips health workers to break this cycle.
Policy integration
Indonesia’s Ministry of Health has embedded IPC into its Health Transformation Agenda and hospital accreditation standards. This shows how IPC knowledge isn’t optional but a professional requirement.
Prevalence of Nosocomial infections (6–16%) — nosocomial infections continue to be high and burden patients and health systems.
Importance of Hand hygiene — compliance with the WHO Five Moments for Hand Hygiene consistently reduces infection rates. Training and infrastructure (sinks, soap, antiseptics) are essential.
Reinforcing Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) — CQI programs improve compliance, wound care, and infection prevention, but require investment in training, audits, and supervision.
People empowerment — knowledge, motivation, supervision, and manageable workloads are key factors influencing IPC program effectiveness.
Indonesia’s progress shows that IPC is achievable and impactful, but it requires trained professionals who understand both the science and the systems behind infection control. By enrolling in an IPC course, you’re not just learning protocols, but you’re preparing to be part of the solution that saves lives, reduces antimicrobial resistance, and builds stronger health systems.
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Mawo, F. H. M., & Molenaar, E. R. (2025). Strategies for prevention and control of nosocomial infections: Literature review. Jurnal Publikasi Kesehatan Masyarakat Indonesia, 12(1), 39–44.
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