VISA

Vancomycin-intermediate-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. Staphylococcus aureus isolates or strains that not only are resistant to all available beta-lactam antibiotics (e.g. penicillin), but also possess intermediate resistance to vancomycin and other glycopeptide antibiotics.

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Global Handwashing Day 2024

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This year's theme for Global Handwashing Day, "Why are clean hands still important?", emphasizes the role of hand hygiene in preventing infections. Washing, caring, protecting and disinfecting are the components of successful hand hygiene. Find out more about the right hand hygiene in everyday and healthcare settings.