DDC articles

Hygiene is drummed into us from a young age. It usually starts with the more unsavoury lessons – like don’t pick your nose – and gradually migrates to the importance of showers, deodorant and good sexual health.

It’s only when some of us dedicate themselves to caring for others do we fully appreciate how important hygiene is.

In a good hospital robust infection control procedures will be in place. They will be audited on a regular bas