Improving hand hygiene among healthcare providers to reduce infections and enhance well-being
Mindful Hand Hygiene to Reduce Infections Among Veterans While Enhancing ProviderWell-Being
This study is testing a mindfulness program to help healthcare providers in the Veterans Health Administration wash their hands better, which can keep patients safer and healthier.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Veterans Health Administration NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11082194 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on implementing a mindfulness-based intervention aimed at improving hand hygiene practices among healthcare providers in the Veterans Health Administration. By addressing the cognitive biases that hinder adherence to hand hygiene protocols, the study seeks to enhance provider well-being and reduce the risk of healthcare-associated infections. The approach involves training providers to cultivate nonjudgmental awareness, which may lead to better decision-making and improved patient safety. The study will assess the effectiveness of this intervention in real clinical settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans receiving care from the Veterans Health Administration who may be at risk for healthcare-associated infections.
Not a fit: Patients who are not receiving care from the Veterans Health Administration or those not at risk for infections may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to reduced infection rates among patients and improved mental health for healthcare providers.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that mindfulness interventions can effectively improve clinician well-being and adherence to hygiene practices, suggesting a promising approach in this context.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- Veterans Health Administration — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Greene, Michael Todd — Veterans Health Administration
- Study coordinator: Greene, Michael Todd
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.