Occupational exposure to blood and body fluids among primary healthcare workers in Johannesburg health district: High rate of underreporting
Background: Healthcare workers (HCWs) are at risk of bloodborne infections from sharp instrument injuries and skin and mucous membrane exposures to contaminated blood and body fluids (BBF). While these have clinical and occupational health implications, little is known about BBF exposure and its rep...
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| Main Authors: | Collins C.E. Mbah, Zuberu B. Elabor, Olufemi B. Omole |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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2020-05-01
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| Series: | South African Family Practice |
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| Online Access: | https://safpj.co.za/index.php/safpj/article/view/5027 |
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