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This web site is provided as a resource for physicians and other health care professionals in preventing nosocomial transmission of infectious diseases within healthcare settings. Recommendations for the prevention of nosocomial transmission are dependent on a variety of factors and those measures developed for use at the Johns Hopkins Hospital may not be appropriate for other settings. Therefore, physicians, other health care providers, and other infection control practitioners (ICPs) are encouraged to consult other sources and confirm the information contained within this site. Authors, editors, and production staff will not be held liable for errors, omissions or inaccuracies in information or for any perceived harm to users of this site. It is up to the individual physician, other health care professional, or ICP to use his/her best medical judgment in determining appropriate patient care or treatment because no single reference or service can take the place of medical training, education, and experience. Consumers are cautioned that this site is not intended to provide medical advice about any specific medical condition they may have or treatment they may need, and they are encouraged to call or see their physician or other health care provider promptly with any health related questions they may have. Consumers should never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something they have read on this web site.

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