Publications by authors named "Emmalee Nichols"
Am J Infect Control
July 2015
Article Synopsis
- About 50% of norovirus cases in the U.S. occur in long-term care facilities; the study aimed to track viral movement and assess hygiene measures against transmission.
- MS-2 coliphage was applied to a staff member's hands, and after sampling over three days, a 14-day hygiene intervention using disinfectants and sanitizers was implemented.
- Results showed significant reductions in MS-2 levels on hands and surfaces (over 99% decrease), indicating that hygiene interventions effectively cut down viral spread in the facility.
