Needlestick injuries in agriculture are common although not as recognized as those in human clinical settings. Farmers, ranchers, veterinarians and on site workers are susceptible to needlesticks on the job. These injuries can be serious and may require medical attention.

UMASH Center Co-Director, Dr. Jeff Bender, presented a needlestick prevention webinar on March 30, 2016. The webinar was hosted by the AgriSafe Network. The title of the webinar was “Don’t Get Stuck! Preventing Needlestick Injuries in Agricultural Settings”. In the webinar, Dr. Bender addressed the type of products that livestock producers and veterinarians are exposed to as well as preventive practices to reduce needlestick related injuries.

Objectives of the webinar:

– Be aware of the type of products that livestock producers and veterinarians are exposed to
– Recognize the epidemiologic features associated with needlestick related injuries
– Use and apply preventive practices to reduce needlestick related injuries

This webinar is FREE – you will just be asked to register before viewing.

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