Background Knowledge of infection prevention and control (IPC) procedures among
healthcare workers (HCWs) is crucial for effective IPC. Compliance with IPC measures has …

Healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs) are a major source of morbidity and mortality and
are the second most prevalent cause of death. Furthermore, it has been reported that for …

Health care workers are exposed to numerous workplace hazards. The implementation of
safety measures in high-income countries has largely mitigated these risks. However, in …

Background Adequate knowledge and safe practice of infection prevention among
healthcare providers are vital to prevent nosocomial infections. Thus, this study aimed to …

Objectives Workplace health and safety is vital in every organization particularly in the
healthcare settings. The aim was to assess the levels of knowledge, attitude, and practices …

Healthcare-associated infections lead to considerable morbidity, a prolonged hospital stay,
antibiotic resistance, long-term disability, mortality and increased healthcare costs. Based on …

Background Globally, health care-associated infections had become serious public health
importance. Compliance with standard safety precaution is effective and inexpensive …

Introduction. In Ethiopia, infection prevention to protect patients, healthcare workers, and
visitors from healthcare‐acquired infections is one of a number of nationwide …

Aim SSI is one of the most prevalent healthcare‐associated infections and is associated with
extended hospital stays, increased need for reoperation and higher hospital readmission …

Background Standard precautions are the minimum standard of infection control to prevent
transmission of infectious agents, protect healthcare workers, patients, and visitors …