CDC : 99,000 people die annually from hospital - acquired infections . Having surgery ? Do n't forget the basics : Make people wash their hands before touching you . Staying warm before , during surgery can help prevent infection ; ask for extra blankets . Before surgery , if shaving is required , request clippers , not a razor , which can hurt .
CDC : 99,000 people die annually from hospital - acquired infections . Do n't forget the basics : Make people wash their hands before touching you . Staying warm before , during surgery can help prevent infection ; ask for extra blankets . Before surgery , if shaving is required , request clippers , not a razor , which can hurt .