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FDA warns that some medical bed covers may pose risk of contamination and patient infection

04/23/2013

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warned that damaged or worn medical bed covers may not prevent blood and body fluids from leaking into the mattress. Healthcare providers are reminded that a soiled mattress can be a source of contamination during infection outbreaks. The FDA  issued recommendations for the regular inspection and maintenance of medical bed covers and mattresses.

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