35+
years advancing global infection prevention
40+
member societies worldwide
100
countries represented
1,000+
trained using our educational resources
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Making effective infection prevention possible worldwide.
Whether you're advancing national standards or improving care in your local community, we’re here to help you make a difference.
IFIC is a global federation of infection control societies and professionals working together to promote best practices, strengthen capacity, and improve health outcomes around the world.
Meet Your Global Partner in Infection Prevention
IFIC exists to empower you with the knowledge, connections, and resources to advance IPC in your community.
The International Federation of Infection Control (IFIC) formally founded in 1987, brings together infection prevention and control (IPC) societies and experts from across the globe. Through education, global collaboration, and advocacy, we help reduce the risk of infection in all healthcare settings.
Knowledge That Elevates Global IPC
Your hub for the tools and training shaping infection prevention worldwide.
Dive into IFIC’s educational resources, including the Basic Infection Control Training Program, expert publications, and evidence-based guidelines created to strengthen infection prevention practices across all settings.
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IFIC is proud to collaborate with leading global and national organizations, including:
Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC)
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