Study highlights impact of infection prevention measures in NICU

Results underscore importance of masking, basic prevention measures in high-risk health care settings

By Nicole Rideout February 12, 2026 Portland, Oregon

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Study highlights impact of infection prevention measures in NICU

Data collected across a dozen NICUs in the U.S. and Canada showed that infection prevention measures are effective in reducing in-hospital viral spread among patients. (OHSU/Christine Torres Hicks)