Beware of Biofilms
Infection Control
Estimates link between 65% and 80% of all bacterial and chronic infections to biofilms, clusters of living, reproducing microorganisms.
ArticleDr. Gavin Macgregor-Skinner is a senior director of the Global Biorisk Advisory Council™ (GBAC™), a division of ISSA. As an infection prevention expert and consultant, he works to develop protocols and education for the global cleaning industry, empowering facilities, businesses, and cleaning professionals to create safe environments.
Estimates link between 65% and 80% of all bacterial and chronic infections to biofilms, clusters of living, reproducing microorganisms.
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