Focus: Infection Control

Sinks added to fight infections can make the problem worse

Some sinks have been linked to the spread of dangerous bacteria


Sinks in healthcare facilities added to fight infections can make the problem worse, according to an article on the Stat website.

Some sinks have been linked to the spread of dangerous bacteria.

There are two major issues. First, the water coming into them can contain bacteria. 

The second problem is that sinks, particularly the pipes that drain them, are ideal places for bacteria to proliferate, the article said. 

Read the article.

 



October 31, 2016


Topic Area: Infection Control


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