Abstract
Infestations caused by bed bugs have resurfaced during the past decade across all continents. Even though bed bugs primarily cause skin manifestations in humans, a major stigma is placed upon people or institutions found to carry them. It is important for healthcare facilities to be prepared for this pest by implementing policies, carefully selecting materials used for hospital furniture, and educating providers on early identification and control.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 1137-1142 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Infection control and hospital epidemiology |
Volume | 33 |
Issue number | 11 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Nov 2012 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Epidemiology
- Microbiology (medical)
- Infectious Diseases