BACTERIAL CONTAMINATION ON MOBILE PHONES OF HEALTHCARE WORKERS AT COTTAGE HOSPITAL GIREI, ADAMAWA STATE
Abstract
The study analyzed 35 swab samples from seven departments at Cottage Hospital Girei. It identified eight bacterial species, with Staphylococcus aureus being the most prevalent (16.21%). The Laboratory department had the highest contamination. Findings suggest mobile phones are significant vectors for hospital-acquired infections, emphasizing the need for regular disinfection and hand hygiene.
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