Thanks to
Wait, Wait . . . Don't tell me, I just learned of something I missed last week: A threat to health care workers everywhere. Luckily, the NHS is on this and has taken decisive action.
Here's the story on the
BBC World News. I publish the story in a different font and color for emphasis so no one will miss it:
NHS health and safety chiefs ban ‘dangerous’ metal paper clips
Manchester NHS Trust officials made the decision to stop the use of the metal stationary item after a member of staff cut their finger using one. In a memo to staff, it was warned that the use of metal fasteners was ‘prohibited’ and the offending clips must be ‘carefully disposed of immediately’. ‘Due to recent incidents, NHS Manchester has decided to immediately withdraw the use of metal paper fasteners,’ explained the memo featuring an accompanying picture of a paper clip – just to avoid any confusion. ‘Please ensure any that remain in use be replaced by similar plastic fasteners. The use of metal fasteners is prohibited and must be carefully disposed of immediately. Thank you for your co-operation.’