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leadingage new york TOGETHER A Data-Informed Approach ... (Continued from page 18) infection control practices may have caused the spread of infection. The ability to act sooner rather than later is important in stopping the spread of infection and thus preventing resident harm. In addition to existing performance monitoring features, Quality Apex will soon provide predictive analytics with the ability to identify those residents who are at risk for a UTI. Using this information from Quality Apex, clinicians will be able to target preventative interventions to avoid UTIs. The COVID-19 pandemic has shined a spotlight on the critical importance of infection control measures, monitoring and surveillance and real-time evaluation of clinical processes. Use Quality Apex as a tool for continuous, real-time monitoring as a way to optimize precious resources in the fight to control the spread of infection. To learn more about Quality Apex, please schedule a demo by visiting qualityapex.com or contact Marguerite Carroll, Business Development Liaison, at [email protected]. For questions regarding how Quality Apex can assist you and your team in preventing the spread of infection, please contact Susan Chenail at [email protected]. leadingageny.org 19