Abstract
The risks of acquisition of infectious diseases including the human immunodeficiency virus--1 (HIV) to practitioners and patients in the practice of optometry is discussed. Measures that reduce the risk of contracting or transmitting HIV and other infectious diseases in optometry are presented. Effective disinfection including that for HIV are discussed.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 18-20 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Journal of the American Optometric Association |
Volume | 63 |
Issue number | 1 |
State | Published - Jan 1992 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Health Professions