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Medical Conditions - Nosocomial Infection

Nosocomial infections, also termed healthcare-associated infections (HAI), are an infection or illnesses that develop while undergoing medical treatment but were absent at the time of admission.

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What is the risk of getting an STD from a stained bed linen?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You need not worry. Doctors never touch anything with gloved hands before touching you. And, even if she did touch the stain, it is less likely that you will get an STD (sexually transmitted disease).

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