Prevalence of Occupational Hand Eczema among Healthcare Workers and its Associated Risk Factors in a Tertiary Hospital in Sarawak During Covid-19 Pandemic.

Background: Occupational hand eczema (OHE) is common among healthcare workers (HCWs), especially during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.

Aims: Our study aimed to determine the prevalence of OHE among HCWs and to identify its associated risk factors.

Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study.

Purpura Fulminans: A rare presentation of infection.

A previously healthy man presented with fever for 2 days and rapidly progressive purpuric rash for 1 day. He progressed into hypotension, disseminated intravascular coagulation and refractory shock despite resuscitation and early antibiotic commencement. Blood culture grew This case report highlights the fact that purpura fulminans can be a rare presentation of infection as well.