ICT's Product Locator: July/August 2024
Infection Control Today's Product Locator is a monthly column highlighting some of the latest advanced technology in infection prevention.
Infection Control Today's Product Locator
To help improve the vital work of infection preventionists, nurses, and physicians in the infection control field, Infection Control Today® (ICT®) for interesting, supportive, and innovative products. These are this month's picks.
LightStrike+ UV Robot
In 2023, the FDA authorized Xenex Disinfection Services’ LightStrike+ device, a high-intensity UV light robot. It is the first whole-room microbial reduction medical device authorized by the FDA. The robot reduces pathogens on surfaces using pulsed UV light and is authorized for use in unoccupied areas of health care facilities.
Mark “Tuck” Stibich, PhD, MHS, FIDSA, founder and chief scientific officer of Xenex and an epidemiologist, said. “LightStrike+ delivers cycle times as low as 2 minutes and is built upon accumulated knowledge from more than a decade of best practices implemented at health care facilities, 45 peer-reviewed studies, 193 patents, and industry-leading technical and epidemiological expertise.”
https://www.xenex.com/light-strike/
Case Medical, Inc: Ecologically Responsible Instrument-Processing Products
Case Medical is a US manufacturer of SteriTite sterilization containers, customizable MediTray inserts, and EPA Safer Choice–certified instrument chemistries. Their products are compatible with all sterilizers and medical devices, contributing to cost savings. They also offer software for asset management and a 360° approach to instrument processing.
“For over 30 years, Case Medical has developed, manufactured, and provided sustainable products for instrument processing. As an EPA Safer Choice Partner of the Year, we support the health care community with safer and sustainable products and offer a software program, CaseTrak360, that enables facilities to go paperless, meet regulatory requirements, and improve efficiencies,” Marcia Frieze, CEO of Case Medical, said.
https://www.casemed.com/
Air Doctor: Revolutionizing Travel Health Care
For travelers, accessing reliable health care in unfamiliar locations can be daunting. Air Doctor addresses this challenge by connecting travelers to a global medical network of more than 20,000 trusted multilingual physicians and specialists. Whether you have a minor ailment or need urgent care, Air Doctor ensures you can access medical assistance anywhere, anytime.
“Air Doctor’s global network is active in 78 countries, covers the 5 most common medical specialties, and offers 24/7 multilingual support. Travelers can seamlessly book clinical, at-home (lodging), or video consultations with a few taps. The app is easy to use and suitable for travelers of all ages.” Jenny Cohen Derfler, Air Doctor CEO and cofounder, said.
Air Doctor offers valid, local prescriptions and video consultations in 21 languages and 84 countries. The app’s high net promoter score of 84 reflects user satisfaction and trust. With its extensive reach and multilingual support, Air Doctor ensures quality health care wherever you are.
https://www.air-dr.com/
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