Hospital & Healthcare Management October 26, 2022
Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs) are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality globally, with an estimated 1.4 million patients affected annually. In the United States alone, HAIs are responsible for approximately 100,000 deaths and cost the healthcare system more than $40 billion each year. Pathogens that cause HAIs can survive on environmental surfaces for extended periods of time, and common touch points between patients and workers are frequent vectors for transmission. In order to reduce the spread of HAIs, it is essential to regularly disinfect high-touch surfaces. However, many currently available disinfectants are ineffective against a wide range of pathogenic microbes, including antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Moreover, these products often contain harmful chemicals that can damage surfaces and pose risks to human health.
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