Listen to the recent report from File on Four (Radio 4), in which they investigate the spread and prevalence of community acquired infections such as PVL-MRSA.
The HPA (Health Protection Agency) has recently issued guidance on the diagnosis and management of PVL-associated Staphylococcus aureus infections.
The National Patient Safety Agency’s (NPSA) cleanyourhands campaign has produced a video that educates and informs healthcare workers on the importance of good hand hygiene in preventing infection. The video was produced after surveys revealed that their staff did not always know when to use soap and water and when to opt for the alcohol hand rub.
