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UW Hospital investigates why syringe used twice

The University of Wisconsin Hospital in Madison is investigating why a syringe was reused, a discovery that means one patient has to be tested for hepatitis and HIV. UW Hospital spokeswoman Toni Morrissey said Friday the incident involves the reuse of a “needleless” syringe attached to an intravenous line. The reuse is against hospital policy.