National health partnership for reducing infections in NICU

Neonatal intensive care units (NICU) provide vital care for sick newborn infants and have been instrumental in helping Canada achieve one of the lowest infant mortality rates in the world. However, variation exists in outcomes and care provided at different NICUs. This study will develop, evaluate and establish a national system to help NICUs work together across Canada to improve quality of care for sick newborn infants on an on-going basis. Scientific methods utilizing the best available data and evidence will be used to design systems that will enable all Canadian hospitals to deliver the highest standard of care available today. Successful conclusion of this study will result in significantly improved neonatal outcomes.