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MILWAUKEE, WI-Associated Bag Company offers Rubbermaid(R) cleaning carts, caddies, trash cans, tilt trucks, brooms, mops, mop buckets, closet/tool organizers, and brushes. The new Rubbermaid(R) cleaning carts are designed to have larger storage capabilities, new wire-form liner holders, hand tool slots and holders, floor sign hangers, a built-in paper towel holder, and a front shelf capable of holding a 32-gallon refuse container or a mop bucket with wringer. All structural foam carts have rounded corners, non-marking 8" rear wheels and 4" front swivel casters. Associated Bag Company also offers cleaners, gloves, bathroom tissue, can liners, sharp containers, and other medical supplies.
A Helping Hand: Innovative Approaches to Expanding Hand Hygiene Programs in Acute Care Settings
July 9th 2025Who knew candy, UV lights, and a college kid in scrubs could double hand hygiene adherence? A Pennsylvania hospital’s creative shake-up of its infection prevention program shows that sometimes it takes more than soap to get hands clean—and keep them that way.
Broadening the Path: Diverse Educational Routes Into Infection Prevention Careers
July 4th 2025Once dominated by nurses, infection prevention now welcomes professionals from public health, lab science, and respiratory therapy—each bringing unique expertise that strengthens patient safety and IPC programs.
How Contaminated Is Your Stretcher? The Hidden Risks on Hospital Wheels
July 3rd 2025Despite routine disinfection, hospital surfaces, such as stretchers, remain reservoirs for harmful microbes, according to several recent studies. From high-touch areas to damaged mattresses and the effectiveness of antimicrobial coatings, researchers continue to uncover persistent risks in environmental hygiene, highlighting the critical need for innovative, continuous disinfection strategies in health care settings.
