Posts Tagged ‘Infection Control’

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Healthcare Infection Control through Cleaning & Sterilization

Healthcare Infection Control through Cleaning & Sterilization

It is now being widely accepted that efficient pre-washing / cleaning is essential in the sterilization process. Moreover, with the current technologies in the CSSD, the demanding thermo disinfection processes are possible to assure high levels of disinfection in perfectly dry materials, deeply reducing the time factor. Mishandling and improper sterilization of the instruments can

Gloves: Barriers of Infection

Gloves: Barriers of Infection

Hand hygiene in healthcare sector is one of the most important practices that forms the basis for prevention and acquisition of any kind of infection. Apart from regular hygiene practices, proper use of hand gloves can prevent exposure to infection.

JohnsonDiversey’s website on infection control

JohnsonDiversey’s website on infection control

In order to create awareness about infections and outbreaks and guide people on ways to manage them, JohnsonDiversey has launched a website, www.outbreak.com. A one-stop resource for addressing infection risks in schools, health care units and other commercial areas, the website intends to help in reducing risks and minimising the spread of infection. Triggered by

Countering Swine Flu

Countering Swine Flu

What are the important measures in countering Swine Flu? According to the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in human beings the symptoms of swine flu are similar to those of influenza and of influenza-like illness in general. Symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Recommendations to prevent spread

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