Doctor's Hygiene

Researchers at Royal Hallamshire Hospital in the UK beware the public that hospital workers who wore watches harboured more bacteria on their wrists- roughly 1000 times greater than those who went watch-less. Other studies have shown that health care worker's neckties', rings and stethoscope also play host to potentially harmful pathogens, which could increase the risk of spreading infections to patients.England's department of health implemented a "bare below the elbow" dress code in 2007. In June 2010, members of the American Medical Association resolved to study the issue further.

This means, one should always ask their Doctors and Nurses if they have washed their hands properly since they saw their last patient or not. Never hesitate on that, its for your very safety!