My dad was treated for cancer in what is supposed to be one of the best hospitals in the world (in Boston MA, USA). His first visit got him a staph infection which led to an extra 3 weeks in the hospital. I never saw a doctor wash his or her hands. Even when he was in a positive pressure room (because of pnuemonia and immune problems) the room was less than clean. I don't blame it on the nurses though, they were wonderful, but overworked.