Textiles are a common material in healthcare facilities; therefore it is important that they do
not pose as a vehicle for the transfer of pathogens to patients or hospital workers. During the …

Healthcare workers (HCWs) wear uniforms, such as scrubs and lab coats, for several
reasons:(1) to identify themselves as hospital personnel to their patients and employers;(2) …

Humans have worn clothing for thousands of years, and since its invention, clothing has
evolved from its simple utilitarian function for survival to become an integral part of society …

Background Infectious diseases are a significant threat in both healthcare and community
settings. Healthcare associated infections (HCAIs) in particular are a leading cause of …

There is an increase in the incidence of onychomycosis, especially in at-risk populations.
Onychomycosis is difficult to treat, as the efficacy of most antifungal agents is relatively low …

In terms of reduced toxicity, the biologically inspired green synthesis of nanoparticles has
emerged as a promising alternative to chemically fabricated nanoparticles. The use of a …

Onychomycosis is a common fungal infection of the nail, caused by dermatophytes, non-
dermatophytes, and yeasts. Predisposing factors include older age, trauma, diabetes …

Background. Healthcare laundry-related infection is rare, and pulmonary zygomycosis due
to contaminated hospital linens has never been reported. Methods. We reported an outbreak …

The industrial laundry sector is a major user of water and chemicals such as surfactants, and
one of the largest producers of wastewater. Although treated wastewaters comply with …

Introduction The prevention and control of hospital-acquired infections remain a significant
challenge worldwide, as textiles used in hospital wards are highly involved in transmission …