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Unfortunately, the new QALC-IPC-Guidelines includes frequent use of ABHR (Alcohol-Based Hand Rubs). They just used CDC guidelines without considering the group of people that this is supposed to protect. Everyone with "normal" skin knows that ABHR causes dryness and frequent use can lead to ABHR dissolving the lipid barrier of the skin which leads to Eczema and Dermatitis. Now consider what ABHR can do to aging skin that already is less oily, less elastic and thinner. It bruises easily and takes more time to heal. So why not use something for hand hygiene that won't contribute to and accelerate dermal damage in senior living facilities when there is an easy solution. The UK and Europe use HOCI for Hand and Surface Sanitization. HOCI is also used as a Wound Cleanser and as an Eczema Therapy product that is Accepted by the National Eczema Association and the SkinSafe group from the Mayo Clinic. Maybe QALC should reconsider their recomendation to use ABHR.

Check out the following article, where Specialist Door Solutions Ltd recently spoke to Alyson Prince (Built Environment Infection Prevention and Control Consultant Nurse).   Discussions explored the ‘importance of prioritising infection control when specifying doorsets’ and highlighted how doorsets are especially important within critical care settings such as Intensive Care Units (ICUs), where patients are at heightened risk.   Read on to find out more: https://lnkd.in/d6DKnDPd #healthcare #healthcareconstruction #infectionprevention #doorsets #hopsitals #article #healthcarearticle #infectionpreventionarticle

Environmental Services (EVS) departments play a vital role in infection prevention by implementing strategies to reduce healthcare-associated infections. Read our blog to gain insight into the various challenges EVS teams encounter and discover how #Synexis DHP operates seamlessly in the background to support their efforts. https://hubs.ly/Q02G2NC10

Sechel Ventures Partners LLC interviewed subject expert Ron Brown, MD, Founder of AeroClave LLC about being an Infection Preventionist? Infection prevention may seem basic, but it is a crucial safety element in global healthcare. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), infection prevention and control (IPC) is “universally relevant to every health worker and patient and every health care interaction.” From the frontline battles against outbreaks in hospitals to the strategic planning sessions that set policies for preventing the spread of infections, this guide explores what it takes to safeguard health and prevent disease transmission in an era where infections know no boundaries. #MedicalTechnology #InfectionPreventionist #Healthcare #MedicalEducation #HealthTech #PreventiveMedicine #HealthcareCareer #MedicalTraining #HealthcareProfessionals

Making a solid business case for hiring more Infection Preventionists can have a significant impact on patient safety and operational efficiency. Boston Children’s Hospital successfully expanded its team by more than 50% using a data-driven approach, showing how investing in infection prevention reduces hospital-acquired infections and improves care across all settings. As healthcare continues to evolve, these roles are more essential than ever. #InfectionPrevention #PatientCare #HealthcareLeadership

It's International Infection Prevention Week #IIPW! 🦠 Infection preventionists do some extraordinary work in many different spaces, from hospitals and nursing homes to behavioral health facilities, schools, and government agencies. They're helping to protect us all from surges in health care-associated infections and countless other threats. On our Health Guidelines Revision Committee, these dedicated professionals provide invaluable expertise on the hidden dangers of infection in #HealthCare built environments, ensuring that each edition of the #FGIFacilityCode serves as a leading source for planning and design. Listen in at the link to learn more about what IPs do with #FGI and the code! https://shorturl.at/wNYI0

Check out this blog on why having a strong infection prevention and control program is essential for healthcare facilities. 👇 #APIC #Infectionprevention #infectioncontrol #patientsafety #Healthcare #Hospitals #LTC #SNF #Healthcareleaders If you want to stay up-to-date with us, follow our Page. https://lnkd.in/exs6uGp4

Discover a fundamental component to infection control. Learn all about 'contact time' and why it matters in keeping patients and healthcare workers safe. Read the article from Salud America! to learn more about contact time and its impact on disinfection in healthcare settings. #InfectionControl #SaludFirstline https://bit.ly/4cVmdIL Amelie Ramirez

Discover about the infection control in care homes. Find out about important tactics and instruction to lower the chance of transmission by reading our latest blog post. #InfectionPrevention #CareHomes #Healthcare #CareSkillsTraining Visit the link below to read the full blog-

In the fight against Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), the importance of Infection Prevention and Control (IPC), including measures like hand hygiene, should not be underestimated. Understanding what IPC involves and acknowledging the shared role each of us can play is essential to saving lives. Read our latest blog written by IPC expert Claire Kilpatrick DSc MSc PGDipIPC RN MFTM (RCPS-Glas) https://lnkd.in/e7aSABmN #theAMRnarrative #InfectionControl #HandHygiene #AntimicrobialResistance #AMR #AntibioticResistance