Healthcare waste (HCW) is generated in different healthcare facilities (HCFs), such as
hospitals, laboratories, veterinary clinics, research centres and nursing homes. It has been …

Objectives The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is one of the main public
health challenges currently facing the world. Because of its high transmissibility, COVID-19 …

Background Occupational contact with blood and body fluids poses a significant risk to
healthcare workers. The aim of this systematic review is to investigate the epidemiology and …

Needle-stick or sharp injuries (NSIs) are critical occupational hazards for healthcare
workers. Exposure to blood and body fluids through NSIs increases the risk of transmission …

Objectives We assessed the role of social support in presenteeism by examining
organizational commitment among Chinese healthcare workers. Methods One thousand …

Background Dental personnel are subject to exposure to a number of occupational factors
including needlestick and sharp injuries (NSIs). Our study aims to address knowledge gaps …

Background Health facilities can provide diagnostic, curative, and prognostic services for the
community. While providing services, healthcare workers can be exposed to needlestick …

Objectives: Identify the epidemiology of needlestick injuries. Review the risk factors for
needle stick injuries. Describe the risks of contracting a blood-borne pathogen secondary to …

Occupational exposure of healthcare workers to blood and body fluids following skin injury
constitutes a risk for transmission of blood-borne pathogens. The risk of exposure is greater …

Background Healthcare workers (HCWs) are at risk of acquiring blood-borne infections such
as hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and human immunodeficiency virus through needlestick injuries …