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Proper Hand Hygiene
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Bloodstream Infections can be a life-threatening complication during a hospital stay. Patients are an important part of the teamwork necessary for prevention. Learn how infections in the bloodstream occur and what can patients can do to help prevent them.
Preventing Infections at Home
Watch this video to learn simple strategies to help prevent the spread of germs and infection during your at-home recovery.
