There is increasing evidence that the hospital surface environment contributes to the spread
of pathogens. However, evidence on how best to sample these surfaces is inconsistent and …

Background Healthcare-associated infection is a serious global problem, particularly in
developing countries. In North African countries, comprehensive research on the incidence …

Bacterial fimbriae are an important virulence factor mediating adhesion to both biotic and
abiotic surfaces and facilitating biofilm formation. The expression of type 1 fimbriae of …

The use of catheters and bladder catheters in hospitals can increase the risk of bacterial
infections. This study aimed to identify the bacterial strains involved in catheter-related …

Despite being preventable, healthcare-associated infections are known primary causes of
patient mortality and morbidity, threatening global public health. Though it is believed that …

Bacteroides and Phocaeicola, members of the family Bacteroidaceae, are among the first
microbes to colonize the human infant gut. While it is known that these microbes can be …

This study presents a set of strategies for producing potent antibacterial fabrics by
functionalizing nonwoven fabrics (NWFs) with antimicrobial peptides and polymers (AMPs) …

Disinfectants are used intensively to control and prevent healthcare-associated infections.
With continuous use and exposure to disinfectants, bacteria may develop reduced …

Hospital surfaces are heavily contaminated with bacteria, which are a potential source of
nosocomial infections. This study was undertaken to identify bacterial communities isolated …

Aim To assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice toward cleaning and disinfection
among housekeeping (HK) staff amid the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic …