The potential of alcohol release doorplates to reduce surface contamination during hand contact

CONCLUSION Surfaceskins doorplates were efficient at reducing surface contamination by S. aureus, E. faecalis and E. coli. Reducing microbial contamination of frequently touched door surfaces, and so bacterial transfer via hands, could feasibly reduce the risk of healthcare associated and other infections.
Source: Journal of Hospital Infection - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research