Despite the fact it’s one of the main ways to prevent the spread of bacteria and germs, a new study indicates that hand hygiene isn’t always a focus of training in healthcare facilities. As result, patients could be at serious risk; each year...
Lack of Ventilation May Raise Hospital-Acquired Infection Risk
Hospital-acquired infections (HAI) can be a serious threat to the health of immune-compromised patients. Some of the causes of infection are more well-known, such as a lack of hygiene on behalf of medical staff or an unsterile environment.
But a...
Laser Hair Removal: Injurious Procedure that Leads to Lawsuits
Laser hair removal is a popular (and supposedly) noninvasive means of removing unwanted hair. But not everyone is aware of the potential risk for side effects from laser surgery like painful burns. Although it can happen under the best...