Despite being a pillar of preventing the spread of germs, hand hygiene compliance rates remain dismal in many healthcare settings. That said, research on how to boost compliance and establish best ...
Researchers found use of an alcohol-based hand antiseptic containing chlorhexidine gluconate best reduced bacterial counts on healthcare employees’ hands, according to a study published in the ...
Hand sanitizer turned into a pocket-sized security blanket over the past few years, but it was never designed to solve every ...
Several hand soaps, cleansers and antiseptics have been voluntarily recalled over a bacteria contamination that could lead to "life-threatening sepsis." DermaRite Industries recalled its DermaKleen ...
New infection prevention guidelines, recently issued by several organizations, tackle fingernails, sinks, and cracked hands. Among the recommendations, published in Infection Control & Hospital ...
A new health alert is raising serious concerns in homes, hospitals, and care facilities across the country. Several commonly used hand soaps, cleansers, and antiseptics have been voluntarily recalled ...
DermaRite, a company that produces skincare, wound care, and infection control products often used in healthcare settings, is recalling hand soap, lotion, and an intimate antiseptic cleanser. In ...