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Needlestick Injuries

Needlestick injuries and exposure to blood-borne pathogens are a serious concern for healthcare workers and other individuals who work in environments where they may come into contact with blood or other bodily fluids. These types of injuries can occur when a worker is accidentally poked with a needle or comes into contact with blood or other bodily fluids through a cut or open wound. TGH Urgent Care powered by Fast Track, in Florida offers post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) services to help prevent the transmission of blood-borne pathogens following a needlestick injury or other exposure.

When a needlestick injury or exposure to blood-borne pathogens occurs, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. The healthcare provider at TGH Urgent Care powered by Fast Track, will assess the injury and determine if PEP is necessary. PEP is a course of antiretroviral medication given to a person exposed to a bloodborne pathogen, such as HIV, to reduce the risk of infection.

The healthcare provider at TGH Urgent Care powered by Fast Track, will also perform a series of tests, including a baseline blood test to check for the presence of blood-borne pathogens. This test will be repeated at regular intervals, typically at 6 weeks, 12 weeks, and 6 months, to monitor for the development of infection.

If the healthcare provider determines that PEP is necessary, the medication will be prescribed, and the patient will begin taking it as soon as possible. It is important to note that PEP is most effective when it is started within 72 hours of exposure. However, it can still be beneficial when started later, up to 72 hours post-exposure.

The medications used for PEP can have side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. These side effects are usually mild and can be managed with over-the-counter medications. The healthcare provider at TGH Urgent Care powered by Fast Track, will monitor the patient’s symptoms and adjust the medication as needed.

In addition to PEP, TGH Urgent Care powered by Fast Track, also offers other services to help prevent the transmission of blood-borne pathogens. These include counseling and education on the risks of needlestick injuries and exposure to bloodborne pathogens and training on the proper use of personal protective equipment.

It is important for employers to have policies and procedures in place to prevent needlestick injuries and exposure to bloodborne pathogens. These may include providing employees with personal protective equipment, such as gloves and masks, as well as training on the proper use and disposal of needles and other sharps.

In addition to being a requirement of OSHA, it is also important for employers to have plans in place for responding to needlestick injuries and exposures to blood-borne pathogens. This includes having the contact information for local healthcare providers, such as TGH Urgent Care powered by Fast Track, that offer PEP services readily available and ensuring that employees know what to do in the event of an exposure.

Overall, needlestick injuries and exposure to bloodborne pathogens are a serious concern for healthcare workers and other individuals who work in environments where they may come into contact with blood or other bodily fluids. TGH Urgent Care powered by Fast Track, in Florida, offers post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) services to help prevent the transmission of blood-borne pathogens following a needlestick injury or other exposure. It’s important for employers to have policies and procedures in place to prevent needlestick injuries and exposure to blood-borne pathogens and to have plans in place for responding to needlestick injuries and exposures

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TGH Urgent Care powered by Fast Track has partnered with the Florida Department of Health (FDOH) to offer oral COVID-19 antiviral treatments for those who qualify. These treatments are being offered at all TGH Urgent Care locations throughout the Tampa Bay area.

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