Sector studies

04 May

Posted at 17:25h in Sector studies by

Over the last few decades, the spread of multi-ethnic populations throughout Europe has forced health professionals to pay greater attention to the recognition of dermatological diseases that have clinical aspects different from those of Caucasian skin that we are normally used to. There is a wide variety of skin "colours" (Phototypes I-V) in the various populations of the world, which depends on the amount and type of melanin they contain. The phototypes range from I for populations with very light/reddish skin to V for those having black skin, including intermediate phototypes with slightly dark or olive coloured skin. (e.g. Indians, Pakistanis, South Americans,...

14 Apr

Posted at 08:53h in Sector studies by

Hand hygiene is our first ally against infections, a simple but essential action that ensures protection and prevention in both the home and healthcare settings. According to the US CDC, hand hygiene is the most effective way of fighting infections. The most common infections are care related, i.e. those that occur during healthcare procedures in hospitals or at home and in therapies that take place at home with the support of a caregiver. In addition to contact infections, infections from the spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria are also a source of risk. The World Health Organization has recognized the importance of hand hygiene several times,...

14 Apr

Posted at 08:51h in Sector studies by

The prevention and control of HAIs in all care facilities is essential for reducing their impact and, more generally, for limiting the spread of antibiotic-resistant microorganisms. One of the crucial points for combating HAIs is to define and implement good care practices and other measures that follow an integrated program that should be customised for each care setting. Some of the main measures include the correct washing of hands (which is one of the most important and effective), a reduction in unnecessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, the correct use of antibiotics and disinfectants, the sterilization of equipment, asepsis during invasive procedures, environmental...