Even with rigorous cleaning, bacteria linger in scopes
Since 2015, federal prosecutors, lawmakers and government regulators have been investigating a series of outbreaks of antibiotic-resistant “superbugs” across the country tied to scopes.
Since 2015, federal prosecutors, lawmakers and government regulators have been investigating a series of outbreaks of antibiotic-resistant “superbugs” across the country tied to scopes.
The study found an increase in hand hygiene compliance of 25.5 percent, a decrease in hospital-acquired MRSA of 42 percent and reduction in costs of $434,000.
Munck Wilson Mandala Partner Greg Howison shared his perspective on some of the legal ramifications around AI, IP, connected devices and the data they generate, in response to emailed questions.
San Antonio-based Xenex Disinfection Services produces the germ-zapping robots, which emanate pulsed UV light in high doses.