Communicable Disease

Studies from University of KwaZulu-Natal, Medical Department further understanding of communicable disease

Published in Hospital Law Weekly, August 30th, 2007

According to a study from Congella, South Africa, "Emergency medical care is performed in an uncontrolled environment and involves invasive procedures and life support measures. The performance of these duties places emergency care practitioners (ECPs) at risk of occupationally acquired injuries and communicable diseases."

"Although legislative guidelines exist for the protection of healthcare workers, little is known about the protective measures available for and utilised by ECPs in the pre-hospital environment in South Africa. To review the availability and implementation of emergency medical services ( EMS)- specific infection control policies and standard operating...

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Source: Hospital Law Weekly (2007-08-30)

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