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Dirty surgical tools a dangerous, growing problem

Blood, tissue and other debris from previous procedures sometimes remain on the surgical tools used on other patients. Even worse, the problem is growing, according to NBC News . Investigations at

Infection control remains a big problem at VA hospitals

The Department of Veterans Affairs doesn't do a good enough job of assuring that reusable medical equipment, such as surgical tools or wheelchairs, are cleaned and sterilized, the Government