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Abrazo Central Campus has reported extended periods without hospital-onset cases across several major healthcare-associated infection categories, reflecting the hospital’s ongoing infection prevention efforts.
As of 2026, the hospital reported:
- No Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSI) since July 2024
- No hospital-onset MRSA bacteremia cases since May 2024
- No Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections (CAUTI) since May 2025
- No hospital-onset Clostridioides difficile, or C. difficile, cases since May 2025
The results reflect sustained zero cases across multiple infection categories tracked by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Healthcare Safety Network, according to a press release.
Healthcare-associated infections are considered key patient safety measures by the CDC because they can contribute to increased complications, mortality and healthcare costs.
Hospitals are evaluated using the Standardized Infection Ratio, or SIR, with a score of 1.0 representing the national baseline. While many hospitals work to achieve SIRs below 1.0, maintaining an SIR of 0.0 across multiple infection categories for extended periods is uncommon, particularly among community hospitals, according to a press release.
“This achievement reflects a shared commitment across the organization, from bedside caregivers to executive leadership, to maintain accountability, respond quickly to potential risks, and prioritize patient safety in every interaction. Together, we built a culture of high reliability where infection prevention is embedded into daily care, making sustained zero harm not just possible, but a collective accomplishment.,” Infection Preventionist Kirtan Patel, MPH, MBBS, said.
Abrazo Central’s infection prevention efforts include active engagement by frontline caregivers, continuous monitoring of infection data, adherence to evidence-based protocols and a focus on diagnostic stewardship and responsible antibiotic use.
Hospital officials said the organization’s infection prevention strategy is supported by coordinated efforts among nurses, physicians and care teams, ongoing tracking of potential risks and a culture that prioritizes patient safety.
“This milestone demonstrates our role as a leader in delivering safe, high-quality care and reinforces our commitment to protecting patients, improving outcomes, and building trust within the community,” CEO Gregory Pearson said.
