
Small Needlestick, Large Risk
By Schreiner MediPharmMore than a million needlestick injuries occur in European hospitals and private medical practices every year.
Doctors, nurses, healthcare and cleaning personnel, as well as laundry and kitchen workers are exposed to a higher risk of infection.
The implementation of directive 2010/32/EU to protect against injuries by sharp instruments into national law of the member states as of May 11 2013 aims to improve occupational health and safety.
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