SARS-CoV-2 (or 2019-nCoV) is the novel Coronavirus that affects humans. It originated in
China at the end of 2019 due to the consumption of animals contaminated with this …

Healthcare personnel (HCP) attire is an aspect of the medical profession steeped in culture
and tradition. The role of attire in cross-transmission remains poorly established, and until …

Rotatory dental instruments generate atmospheric aerosols that settle on various surfaces,
including the dentist's head. The aim of this study was to quantitatively assess bacterial …

Background. Microbial transmission from patient to patient has been linked to transient
colonization of health care workers attires. Contamination of health care workers' clothing …

This paper reviewed studies that investigated the contamination of non-critical medical
devices (NCMDs) and their potential as routes for nosocomial infection transmission. Using …

Background: Wearing a white coat is recognized as a crucial part of medical practice. The
definite use of white coats and how frequently they are reformed varies significantly among …

Abstract Background Health care Associated Infections (HAIs) are a major public health
problem in both developed and developing countries. They pose a severe impact in …

Background: Cross-infection control is a dynamic field that requires frequent updates due to
emerging diseases, advancement in technology, and scientific knowledge. Despite wide …

Aims: The aim was to know the difference in microbial contamination of white coats between
preclinical and clinical dental students. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study done …

Background: It remains important to have a thorough knowledge of the micro-flora harboring
the white coats of doctors to minimize cross-contamination and improve patient safety by …