THE HOSPITAL INFECTION SOCIETY (HIS) is a UK based international society with members in over 60 countries worldwide.
It was formed in the 1970s by a group of doctors who wished to foster interest in the science of hospital-acquired infections and its control. The main objective of the HIS is to disseminate information about the prevention and control of hospital and other healthcare-associated infections to medical and allied professionals for the benefit of the public. Although primarily infection control doctors and medical microbiologists, many nurses and other health professionals have now become associate members with membership currently standing at 825. Further information about the society can be found on the website (www.his.org.uk). The Hospital Infection Society holds an international conference every four years – the next being in Liverpool in October 2010. To register your interest visit: www.his2010.com
