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Follow the links below to find information about infection control in hospitals
Reviewed January 2008
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Infections in hospital - reduce the risk
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Better Health Channel
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Lung, wound, urinary tract and bloodstream infections can be picked up during a stay in hospital. These are called hospital-acquired infections or HAI. There are things you can do before and during your stay in hospital that will help reduce the chance of getting sick during your stay.
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Jul 2007
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HIV and AIDS - infection control in hospitals
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Better Health Channel
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Hospitals follow strict infection control guidelines to prevent the spread of HIV to patients. This includes disposing of needles and syringes after one use and sterilising instruments after every use.
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Jun 2007
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Staphylococcus aureus - golden staph
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Better Health Channel
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Staphylococcus aureus, or S. aureus, is sometimes called 'golden staph'. It is a common bacterium that lives on the skin or in the nose. It can cause a range of mild to severe infections. Some strains are resistant to antibiotics.
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Jan 2007
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