cross-contamination

cross-con·tam·i·na·tion

(kraws kŏn-tami-nā­shŭn)
Transfer of infectious agent or matter from one person or site to another.
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This duodenoscope is currently being developed by Ambu to help address infections caused by cross-contamination. Ambu is currently pursuing regulatory clearance from the US FDA for its single-use duodenoscope.
Ambu and Cook Medical enter into agreement on distribution of disposable duodenoscopes in the US
The new Allergen Kits are designed to prevent product cross-contamination following product changeovers.
Dynamic Conveyor Corp.: Allergen Kit
The likely cause of the increased numbers of this specific strain of Salmonella Typhimurium is considered to be meat or cross-contamination with meat from affected sheep.
United Kingdom : Rise in cases of Salmonella Typhimurium
Rushed hand washing, for one, leads to cross-contamination of food.
People don't properly wash their hands before meals 97 percent of the time, says study
Cross-contamination in the food and beverage industry typically occurs when an artisan or operator mistakenly selects a toxic MRO product to be used in an area where a food safe product is required.
A serious problem facing food and beverage manufacturers
Summary: Model Kitchen features proper food handling practices to avoid cross-contamination and food-borne diseases
Food safety: Here's your guide for a model kitchen
"We've had students see what we offer in the dining hall and tell their parents, 'This means I can go here,'" says Patti Klos, director of dining and business services at Tufts University in Massachusetts, which has taken the approach of using separate pantries to avoid cross-contamination of allergens.
MINDFUL MENUS: Campus dining services get creative to serve students with special dietary needs
You should also take precautions to avoid cross-contamination. Cross-contamination is the transfer of harmful microorganisms (germs) from one food to another.
Kane Co. Health Dept. offers tips on enjoying holiday feasts -- safely
We created the Tena Bathing Glove to be an alternative to traditional bedside basin baths or wipes, which present infection risks due to cross-contamination, are time consuming and labor intensive and can be irritating to the skin."
Disposable bath glove
It aims to highlight the differences between clean and hygienic as well as to educate the public on cross-contamination, especially at workplace.
Initial Malaysia Aims to Cultivate Good Hygiene Practices Among Office Employees Through Hygiene Detective Campaign
iPads and tablets have become prevalent for staff use and patient communication, but they are also the most subject to cross-contamination. These new barriers are specifically designed to protect touch screen products while not interfering with their performance.
Mydent International introduces new iPad/Tablet Sleeves
It features complete traceability, more accurate weighing results, substantial reduction in cross-contamination, and cleaner and safer working conditions.
A new weighing and micro dosing system

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