Working in the medical field, we're constantly taking precautions against the transmission of germs and pathogens that can cause serious infections. But what exactly are pathogens and how do they spread in healthcare settings? As an ICU nurse, I've seen firsthand the harm pathogens can inflict on vulnerable patients. I'll never forget the time we had an outbreak of C.difficile gut infections spread between hospital rooms on our floor. Despite sanitizing hands and surfaces thoroughly, this …
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