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Personal devices in the lab: Balancing efficiency and infection control

Personal electronic devices—cell phones, smartwatches, earbuds, etc.—have become ubiquitous in our lives, but their use in laboratory environments poses significant safety risks. For hospital labs, which handle sensitive specimens and play a critical role in patient care, the challenge lies in balancing the utility of these devices with infection control best practices.

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