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Are You Overlooking Soaking? In aged care, laundry doesn't get attention until something goes wrong. Yet, the right soaking techniques could increase your laundry efficiency and infection control. Effective Soaking = Better Hygiene Soaking isn't just a time-consuming task—it's essential for removing stubborn stains, preventing cross-contamination, and maintaining hygiene in aged care facilities. In our latest article, Dean Constable shares expert tips on how to streamline your linen soaking process and boost wash results without adding hours to your workload. Ready to improve your laundry hygiene and efficiency? Click the link below for all the insights you need! https://lnkd.in/gFnEDViz #Veridia #AgedCare #LaundryHygiene #LaundryTips

Today's edition of The Daily Dose: Non-facility approved lotion products can reduce the efficacy of hand hygiene. Do you have anything to add to this Infection Prevention tip? Share your own experiences or best practices with us in the comments below! 👇 📝 #TransmissionControl #TheDailyDose #InfectionPrevention #Tips #BestPractice #Collaboration #Learning #BetterTogether

👐It's World Hand Hygiene Day!👐 If you've ever needed a reminder to wash your hands...here it is! These agar plates were touched by hands that had not been washed after touching communal surfaces such as door handles and hand railings! This illustrates the critical role of hand hygiene in infection prevention, and therefore also in combating the spread of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). As researchers, we must understand the importance of this simple yet effective practice in safeguarding public health and preserving antimicrobial effectiveness. Let's continue to prioritize hand hygiene for a healthier world! #WorldHandHygieneDay #CleanHandsSaveLives #StopAMR 🧼🚰💪

Celebrate #GlobalHandwashingDay with AHRQ’s Hand Hygiene Resources! Proper hand hygiene is a critical step in preventing infections, especially in healthcare settings. AHRQ provides a detailed Hand Hygiene Education Bundle for long-term care facilities, aimed at improving infection prevention practices and reducing HAIs. Let’s commit to better hand hygiene practices to protect both patients and staff! https://bit.ly/30TPvnE

Embrace the future of hygiene with Resysten! 😷As the world navigated through the challenges of COVID-19, one thing became crystal clear: hygiene is paramount. Resysten has been at the forefront of protective coatings and now, more than ever, our solutions are shaping the future of infection control. 🛡️Our advanced coatings provide a first line of defence, stopping the growth of harmful microbes on surfaces. From high-touch areas in healthcare facilities to everyday spaces like offices, Resysten is paving the way for cleaner, safer environments. ✅Our coatings offer not just protection, but peace of mind, knowing that treated surfaces are actively maintaining a hygienic protection for up to 12 months. Visit our website to find out more and get in touch today!👇 https://lnkd.in/dbFwXVxm #resysten #protectivecoatings #infectioncontrol #infectionprevention #healthcare #healthcaresafety #hospitalsafety #workplacesafety #microbes #pathogens

Prevent the spread of infection. It matters. Did you know? Improving hand-hygiene practices may reduce pathogen transmission by 50%. Prevent the spread of infection on World Hand Hygiene Day and every day with Tork hand-sanitising systems. #WHHD2024 #WorldHandHygieneDay2024 #HandHygiene #CleanHands #InfectionPrevention http://ms.spr.ly/6041Yy671

Prevent the spread of infection. It matters. Did you know? Improving hand-hygiene practices may reduce pathogen transmission by 50%. Prevent the spread of infection on World Hand Hygiene Day and every day with Tork hand-sanitising systems. #WHHD2024 #WorldHandHygieneDay2024 #HandHygiene #CleanHands #InfectionPrevention http://ms.spr.ly/6041YPhID

Prevent the spread of infection. It matters. Did you know? Improving hand-hygiene practices may reduce pathogen transmission by 50%. Prevent the spread of infection on World Hand Hygiene Day and every day with Tork hand-sanitising systems. #WHHD2024 #WorldHandHygieneDay2024 #HandHygiene #CleanHands #InfectionPrevention http://ms.spr.ly/6044YPhI4

Today, May 5th, is World Hand Hygiene Day. 👐 Bacteria and microorganisms are essential for life on Earth, yet some of them can cause serious infection. Did you know that earth has approximately 5 million trillion trillion bacteria and microorganisms? 🌍 Here is Lenora Leonard, Head of Infection Prevention Control (IPC) at Beacon Hospital with a quick reminder on how to wash your hands correctly! One of the most important and simple things we can do to safeguard our health and the health of others is to regularly practice proper hand hygiene. 🖐 #WorldHandHygieneDay #HandHygiene #BeaconHospital #HandWashing #HandHygieneDay

What part plays IGIN's device in #infection #control? It enhances infection management by automating the process of putting on sterile gloves, ensuring a quick, touch-free experience. This minimizes the risk of germ transfer and supports stringent hygiene protocols in healthcare environments, making it a smart solution for hospitals, clinics and medical environments. Wish to learn more? DM to set up a call or receive more info!