One of the largest hepatitis C outbreaks in U.S. history was likely due to “infection control lapses,” according to an article on the McKnights website.
Researchers tied infection control issues to a 2013 hepatitis C outbreak at a North Dakota nursing home.
In a study in the American Journal of Infection Control, investigators found that the virus was likely spread patient to patient at the ManorCare Health Services-Minot in Minot, N.D., where more than 40 residents were infected.
“Facilities should ensure adequate infection control procedures are followed during any and all care provided to patients within the facility,” the study said.
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