This document discusses the roles and importance of infection control in dermatology. It defines key terms like incubation period and contagious period for various skin diseases. It provides guidance on preventing the spread of infections through proper hand hygiene, wound care, disinfecting surfaces and equipment, immunizations, and establishing infection control policies, training, and monitoring in healthcare settings. The conclusion emphasizes the need for a national infection control center and the cost-effectiveness of proper skin care and infection control.