Previously, environmentally transmitted diseases have not always been clearly recognized as the serious threat to patient safety that we appreciate today. Emergence of multidrug-resistant organisms ...
After the COVID-19 pandemic had already caused the closure of all non-essential businesses and institutions in Puerto Rico, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a guidance ...
The CDC says it found “multiple lapses” in proper infection control and prevention procedures at a Florida outpatient cosmetic surgery clinic linked to 15 cases of infection with nontuberculous ...
As we muddle through another flu season, keeping things clean remains an effective way to stay healthy. But cleaning alone isn’t always enough when it comes to the microscopic germs that can make us ...
Hypochlorites are widely used in healthcare sites as a disinfectant, according to the CDC, including sodium hypochlorite, also known as household bleach. The CDC recommends a 1:100 dilution of 5.25%-6 ...
The highly-coveted wipes and sprays may not be necessary in "most situations." The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated its guidance on cleaning and disinfecting everyday household ...
Common ingredients in disinfectant wipes are linked to health harm and can contribute to antimicrobial resistance. According to the CDC, cleaning surfaces with plain soap and water gets rid of most ...
As we muddle through another flu season, keeping things clean remains an effective way to stay healthy. But cleaning alone isn’t always enough when it comes to the microscopic germs that can make us ...
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