The Most Common Causes Of Spread Of Infections In A Health And Social Care Environment

The most common causes of spread of infections in a health and social care environment are: • lack of or poor hand hygiene • lack of or poor cleaning procedures •lack of or incorrect use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves and apron • contaminated bed linen or clothing •infected food handlers-remember, thus include not only those who prepare food but also those who serve food or support people to eat and drink. •airborne infections (such as colds and