APIC Expands Global Reach with New Chapter in Senegal

Arlington, VA – February 14, 2025 – The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) is proud to announce the establishment of a new chapter in Senegal, marking an exciting milestone in our commitment to advancing infection prevention and control on a global scale.

With the launch of this new chapter, APIC continues to expand its international footprint, fostering collaboration among infection preventionists across borders. The Senegal chapter will serve as a hub for knowledge-sharing, professional development, and advocacy, ensuring that infection prevention best practices are accessible to healthcare professionals in the region.

“We are thrilled to welcome the Senegal chapter into the APIC community,” said APIC President, Dr. Carol McLay, DrPH, MPH, BSN, RN, CIC, FAPIC, FSHEA. “This exciting new partnership helps us advance our vision of a safer world through the prevention of infection, strengthening our global impact in infection control in Africa, and beyond.”

The establishment of the Senegal chapter represents a crucial step in strengthening infection prevention efforts in West Africa. By engaging with local professionals, APIC will gain valuable insights and perspectives that enhance infection control strategies worldwide.

“We are honored to join the APIC network and bring greater attention to infection prevention in Senegal,” said Gaëlle Diallo, MPH, BSN, CIC Consultant Infection Prevention and Public Health, President APIC Senegal Chapter . “Now more than ever, global collaboration and coordination of infection prevention and control can help keep us all safe. This chapter will serve as a vital platform to drive innovation, share expertise, and strengthen our collective efforts in combating infectious diseases across borders.”

APIC remains committed to empowering infection prevention professionals globally by providing the resources, education, and support needed to combat healthcare-associated infections and improve patient safety. The launch of the Senegal chapter underscores APIC’s dedication to fostering a worldwide community of experts working toward a common goal.

For more information about APIC and its global initiatives, visit apic.org.

About APIC Founded in 1972, the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) is the leading association for infection preventionists and epidemiologists. With more than 15,000 members, APIC advances the science and practice of infection prevention and control. APIC carries out its mission through research, advocacy, and patient safety; education, credentialing, and certification; and fostering development of the infection prevention and control workforce of the future. Together with our members and partners, we are working toward a safer world through the prevention of infection. Join us and learn more at apic.org.

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Malina Jacobowitz, mjacobowitz@apic.org