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Managing blood and body fluid exposures in primary care
Wednesday 8 May 2024, 12:15 AM

Prevention is the first line of defence against blood-borne virus exposure [Image: Nguyen Hiep on Unsplash]
Healthcare and support workers face many hazards, one of which is accidental exposure to blood and body fluids. This article reviews the precautions and procedures you should have in place
Key points, Blood and body fluid exposures require a timely response to minimise risk to staff.
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