Bling No More: Health Ministry Cracks Down on Jewelry-Clad Medics

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IIE Digital Desk : In a move to tighten infection control protocols, the Health Ministry has issued a stern warning to healthcare workers against sporting jewelry below the elbow. This directive stems from the well-established fact that germs can thrive on these decorative items, posing a significant patient safety risk.

While handwashing is routinely emphasized as a cornerstone of hygiene practices, the Health Ministry highlights a critical gap - the failure of some medical personnel to remove jewelry before scrubbing up. The article underscores the importance of adopting long-sleeved shirts with buttoned cuffs as an additional safeguard against germ transmission.

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