Just because a topical antiseptic is swabbed on the skin doesn't mean it stays on the skin. In a new study, Northwestern ...

From blood pressure cuffs to surgical instruments to personal protective equipment (PPE), single-use plastics are pervasive in healthcare and contribute to a significant amount of waste daily.

Disinfectants like chlorhexidine don’t stay where they’re applied and can linger in hospital environments at low levels that allow bacteria to develop tolerance. Researchers studied how chlorhexidine ...