>>Chesapeake Nurse Accused Of Reusing Needleless Syringes On Patients
(Chesapeake, VA) -- A former nurse at Chesapeake Regional Healthcare is being investigated for improper reuse of needleless syringes on patients. Katie Gray reports.Preview: SCRIPT:
The hospital is contacting patients who were under the nurse's care between July 24, 2023, and January 20, 2025, as a precautionary measure. While there are no reported cases of patient illness, the hospital is recommending testing for bloodborne pathogens for those who were contacted. 13 News Now reports that free testing is being offered at two locations on the hospital campus until July 31, and patients are advised to schedule appointments for testing.