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Sharps injuries: An article by Nurse Advocacy Manager Jane Mills

Sharps injuries article by Nurse Advocacy Manager Jane MillsThis article by Nurse Advocacy Manager Jane Mills, looks at the extent and impact of UK health sector employee needle and glass associated injuries.

It is thought that there is significant under reporting of this problem and whilst the UK has until 2013 to adopt a directive for reduction there already exists regulation supporting the use of safer techniques and equipment.

The promotion of safer practice in this area is important for occupational health and sharps injury management systems should save costs.

This article will be of interest to pharmacists and hospital staff as well as people with Parkinson's.

This article was initiated and sponsored by Genus Pharmaceuticals.

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