Bloodborne Pathogens: Epidemiology, Transmission Dynamics, Occupational Risks
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https://doi.org/10.5678/1c7xde98Keywords:
epidemiology, Ebola virus, Global health risksAbstract
Bloodborne pathogens are infectious microorganisms present in human blood that
can cause severe and life-threatening diseases. These pathogens are primarily
transmitted through exposure to infected blood or certain body fluids, posing
significant risks to healthcare workers, laboratory personnel, first responders, and
individuals engaging in high-risk behaviors. Among the most clinically significant
bloodborne pathogens are Human Immunodeficiency Virus
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