Hand-washing in Hospitals

While hand-washing is a practice effective in preventing the transmission of disease under any circumstances, it is a necessity in hospital environments. Doctors, nurses, and other hospital workers come into direct contact with dozens of patients a day. Many of those seeking treatment suffer from infectious diseases, such as VRE and the MRSA. Doctors can stop the transfer of bacteria from patient to patient by frequently and conscientiously washing their hands, yet they often fail in this simple duty.

If you are suffering from an infection due to the negligence of hospital workers, contact the Pennsylvania medical malpractice lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. Our caring, experienced team of attorneys may be able to help you attain financial compensation. Call 610-667-7511 today for the compassionate legal counsel and representation that you need.

How Hospitals are Falling Short

A recent ABC news investigation discovered that hospital workers wash their hands less than 50 percent of the time following direct contact with a patient. These are unacceptable rates with very tangible and tragic consequences. Indeed, the CDC claims that 2 million people annually contract hospital-acquired infections, and that 90,000 hospital patients die every year. Furthermore, the US spends 30 billion dollars per year in costs associated with hospital-acquired infections.

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No one should have to bear the aftermath of a hospital-acquired infection alone. If irresponsibility on the part of hospital workers has caused you or someone you love to fall ill, the Pennsylvania medical malpractice lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., are prepared to help you with your case. Contact us by calling 610-667-7511 to take the first step in receiving the justice you deserve.