Proper handwashing and other simple procedures can reduce the rate of catheter-related bloodstream infections by 66%, according to one study. The World Health Organization has published a brochure describing the standard procedure for washing and rubbing hands in healthcare.
Utafiti mmoja ulionyesha kwamba kuosha mikono ipasavyo na taratibu zingine rahisi zinaweza kupunguza kiwango cha maambukizi ya mtitiriko wa damu yanayohusiana na katheta kwa 66.Shirika la Afya Duniani limchapisha jedwali linaloonyesha njia za kawaida za kuosha na kusugua mikono katika sekta za matibabu.