Publication Summary
Aerial dispersion of bioaerosols and subsequent contamination of surfaces is recognised as a potential transmission route for some HCAI infections. Pathogens have been shown to accrue on health-care workers’ (HCW) hands as they touch surfaces [1] and hence can subsequently be transmitted to other patients. This research considers the question: Are single-bed patient rooms more effective than their multi-bed counterparts at reducing this risk?
CAER Authors
Prof. Catherine Noakes
University of Leeds - Professor of Environmental Engineering for Buildings