The risk of infection following a needlestick injury is very low. There have been no definite cases of HIV infection among healthcare workers following an occupational needlestick injury in the UK ...

Managing the risk of needlestick injuries may help prevent serious injury. Using safety devices, wearing gloves, avoiding unnecessary use, and providing proper training can help. Needlestick ...

Needlestick Knife blade, or other sharp instrument (burr, etc.) Splash to open skin or mucous membrane As a student, faculty, or staff member of Case Western Reserve University, there is a formal ...

A needlestick injury is another way to describe a sharps injury, caused by needles, syringes, and other medical supplies. Take immediate action if there is a needlestick injury or contamination ...