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Point of care high-level disinfection for ultrasound probes
Point of care high-level disinfection for ultrasound probes

May 22nd 2023

As automated reprocessing solutions replace time-consuming manual processes, point of care HLD of ultrasound probes has become a safe and effective alternative to centralized methods. When taking into account key considerations around technology, traceability, safety and workflows, point of care HLD can be an efficient and cost-effective way to prevent patients from the risk of infection.

The Mandate to Maintain and Follow Manufacturers’ Maintenance Documents and Service Manuals
The Mandate to Maintain and Follow Manufacturers’ Maintenance Documents and Service Manuals

June 26th 2019

Selecting the Right Disinfectant When It’s Needed Most
Selecting the Right Disinfectant When It’s Needed Most

May 9th 2019

Fight HAIs and Contamination by Moving to Advantex® Single-Use Products
Fight HAIs and Contamination by Moving to Advantex® Single-Use Products

February 5th 2019

The Problem, Impact and Solution for Blood Culture Contamination
The Problem, Impact and Solution for Blood Culture Contamination

January 26th 2019

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Reducing the Risk of Infection with Disposable EEG Electrodes
Reducing the Risk of Infection with Disposable EEG Electrodes
Jan 23, 2019 3:12 AM
Recent studies and reports continue to shed light on the topic of Reusable EEG Electrodes and justification to transition to single patient Disposable EEG Electrodes.
Healthcare Worker Protection-The Key to Surviving The Next Respiratory Outbreak
Healthcare Worker Protection-The Key to Surviving The Next Respiratory Outbreak
Nov 1, 2018 4:00 PM
Serious geopolitical and social forces are converging to create the conditions, on a scale unique in history, for a major respiratory pandemic. Prioritizing the protection of healthcare workers will be key to containing such a pandemic.
Laundry Tour Planner: Checklist and Guide for Inspecting Control Points
Laundry Tour Planner: Checklist and Guide for Inspecting Control Points
Oct 10, 2018 1:02 AM
This checklist and guide plot a sequence for a laundry tour highlighting control points in workflow important to ensuring cleanliness of healthcare textiles (HCTs).
The Critical Role of Point-of-use Pre-Cleaning in Instrument Reprocessing Workflows
The Critical Role of Point-of-use Pre-Cleaning in Instrument Reprocessing Workflows
Oct 3, 2018 4:07 AM
Learn key aspects of the instruments reprocessing procedure and how to protect patients and staff.
Clinical Advantages of Disposable Microfiber Mops
Clinical Advantages of Disposable Microfiber Mops
Sep 27, 2018 5:51 AM
Can the type of microfiber product (disposable vs. re-laundered) make a difference?
White Paper: Rapid-Don Examination Gloves
White Paper: Rapid-Don Examination Gloves
Sep 6, 2018 2:00 AM
Reducing Healthcare Costs and Positively Influencing Hand-Hygiene Behavior through Technology
Nasal Decolonization for Prevention of Healthcare Associated Infections Guidebook
Nasal Decolonization for Prevention of Healthcare Associated Infections Guidebook
Jun 27, 2018 6:00 PM
Nozin Nasal Sanitizer antiseptic is a professionally valued and sensible approach in the effort to reduce the risk of infection.
Infection Prevention and Healthcare Laundry
Infection Prevention and Healthcare Laundry
Jun 6, 2018 2:00 AM
Where Healthcare and Infection Prevention Meet
UVC Disinfection: Proven by Science
UVC Disinfection: Proven by Science
May 8, 2018 11:49 PM
The BETR-D Study: The first and only randomized clinical trial on UVC Disinfection
Risk of Flexible Endoscopes, Including Gastroscopes and Echoendoscopes, Transmitting “Superbugs” Infections: An Important Update
Risk of Flexible Endoscopes, Including Gastroscopes and Echoendoscopes, Transmitting “Superbugs” Infections: An Important Update
Apr 12, 2018 8:11 AM
The infection prevention and healthcare epidemiology community has continued to sound the alarm about outbreaks of CRE infections related to therapeutic gastrointestinal endoscopy cases in which contaminated and improperly reprocessed duodenoscopes and echoendoscopes were used during clinical procedures.
A New Era Demands Immediate Action: Reduce the Escalating Spread of Antibiotic Resistant Pathogens
A New Era Demands Immediate Action: Reduce the Escalating Spread of Antibiotic Resistant Pathogens
Apr 10, 2018 2:00 AM
White Paper: Nasal Decolonization's Broadening Application: Replacing Contact Precautions
White Paper: Nasal Decolonization's Broadening Application: Replacing Contact Precautions
Mar 10, 2018 10:24 AM
An increase in prevalence in healthcare settings across the continuum of care over several decades has resulted in MRSA and other multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs) being given priority as targets of reduction efforts by several regulatory and advisory bodies. These include the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA), the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Nasal Decolonization's Broadening Application: Replacing Contact Precautions
Nasal Decolonization's Broadening Application: Replacing Contact Precautions
Mar 10, 2018 3:12 AM
An increase in prevalence in healthcare settings across the continuum of care over several decades has resulted in MRSA and other multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs) being given priority as targets of reduction efforts by several regulatory and advisory bodies. These include the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA), the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Handling Clean Linen in a Healthcare Environment
Handling Clean Linen in a Healthcare Environment
Oct 1, 2017 12:12 AM
Hygienically Clean Healthcare certification demonstrates linen and uniform services companies’ commitment to cleanliness through independent, third-party laundry inspection and quantified microbial testing. Inspection and re-inspection verify that items are maintained, washed, dried, ironed, packed, transported and delivered using best management practices (BMPs) to meet key disinfection criteria. Between scheduled and supplemental inspections, ongoing microbial testing quantifies cleanliness and indicates laundry process adjustments. Certification requirements are based on international standards for processing healthcare linens and garments.
Whitepaper: An Approach to Improving the Quality and Consistency of Flexible GI Endoscope Reprocessing
Whitepaper: An Approach to Improving the Quality and Consistency of Flexible GI Endoscope Reprocessing
Sep 1, 2017 12:12 AM
The reprocessing procedure for flexible endoscopes is an intricate multi-step process that requires a significant amount of time and diligence that can vary by endoscope type and manufacturer.
The Use of a Triple-Emitter, UV-C Energy Disinfection System to Reduce CAUTI and CLABSI Rates
The Use of a Triple-Emitter, UV-C Energy Disinfection System to Reduce CAUTI and CLABSI Rates
Aug 17, 2017 12:12 AM
According to the CDC, roughly one in every 25 hospitalized patients has at least one healthcare-associated infection (HAI).1 HAIs create significant health risks and cost the healthcare industry billions of dollars each year.