Eye infection risks from < em > Pseudomonas aeruginosa < /em > via hand soap and eye drops

This study applies the risk assessment framework of QMRA to evaluate eye infection risks through both consumer products. The study examines the prevalence of this pathogen in eye drops and soap, as well as the critical need to implement measures that will mitigate bacterial exposure (e.g., single-use soap dispensers and eye drops with preservatives). Additionally, limitations and challenges are discussed, including the need to incorporate data regarding consumer practices, which may improve exposure assessments and health risk estimates.PMID:38497644 | DOI:10.1128/aem.02119-23
Source: Applied and Environmental Microbiology - Category: Microbiology Authors: Source Type: research