Woman infected with Hepatitis C — allegedly by Portland-area anesthesiologist during surgery — sues for $4M
Officials say the anesthesiologist might have exposed more than 2,400 patients to life-threatening infections. The plaintiff ...
Mass General Brigham introduces new masking policy as respiratory illnesses rise
As cases of respiratory viruses soar, Mass General Brigham clinics and hospitals introduced new masking requirements Monday.
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Providence patient files $4 million lawsuit after contracting hepatitis C during surgery: Court docs
A former hospital patient has filed a lawsuit seeking up to $4 million after she was infected with hepatitis C during surgery ...
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The rapid journey of a deadly MERS outbreak
This delays identification of the virus, and proper infection control procedures. The Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) is a viral illness included in the World Health Organization’s ...
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ICMR Study Finds Surgical Infection Rates in India Exceed Those of Many High-Income Countries
An ICMR study shows surgical site infection rates in India exceed those in many high-income nations, highlighting significant ...
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ADA urges infection control measures amid virus surge: 5 notes
The American Dental Association is encouraging dentists to stay vigilant about infection control measures as multiple viruses surge across the U.S. Five notes: 1. Public health officials warn the U.S.