Here are the 10 most-read articles from Becker’s Infection Control & Clinical Quality for the week of Oct. 2, starting with the most popular.
1. Hershey Medical Center cited for care delays that contributed to 2 patient deaths
2. 55 sickened with antibiotic-resistant bacteria linked to pet store puppies in ongoing outbreak
3. Detroit mother sentenced to 7 days in jail for failing to bring son’s vaccination record up to date
4. Sepsis initiatives may hinder antibiotic stewardship, boost C. diff rates
5. Study: Online physician ratings not indicative of care quality
6. Thousands in need of dialysis in Puerto Rico, 3 already dead
7. Liquid, gel or foam — Which is the most effective form of alcohol-based hand rubs?
8. CMS postpones October hospital star ratings update: 5 things to know
9. Hospital food can carry MRSA, VRE
10. New York state slow to investigate serious nursing complaints, state audit finds
