The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center in Dublin had to stop all medical procedures and operations for two days last month due to concerns over reused medical equipment.
On Jan. 12-14 the VA halted all procedures and related
operations after an internal review found not all steps were followed to ensure
safe cleaning or sterilization between patients, according to a press release.
The VA notified all veterans potentially impacted by this
and explained the potential risks, including transmission of Hepatitis B,
Hepatitis C and HIV. Officials offered any patients who may have been exposed
free testing for blood-borne pathogens. Testing is not required but anyone with
concerns may come in for the testing.
The VA is offering testing through Feb. 25 at specified
sites, but testing will continue after that date at the VA so every veteran has
the opportunity to be tested.
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