Florescent lotion and black light revealed that health care workers often contaminate their skin and clothing while removing their protective gear, researchers say. This contamination can spread germs ...

Putting on gloves before a surgical gown can decrease the risk of sleeve contamination, according to research published in the Journal of Arthroplasty. Researchers conducted a comparative study ...

Aseptic technique is a set of practices that healthcare professionals use to protect patients and themselves from infection. It includes the use of sterile gloves and gowns during surgery. Aseptic ...