Common Beliefs About CHG: Do They Hold Water?
Background: Skin antisepsis with CHG containing products has been proven to be effective in the fight against healthcare-acquired infections (HAIs) when included as a standard part of patient bathing...
View ArticleC. diff : Algorithms, Result Interpretation, Reporting Changes
A comprehensive overview discussion of (italics start) C. difficile (italics end) diagnostic testing methods, including an overview of their respective strengths and weaknesses, how to interpret test...
View ArticleEvaluating Touchpoints and Waste in Two Types of Glove Boxes
Glove boxes are essential in protecting against contamination in high-risk environments, yet their design and usage can significantly impact contamination spread and resource waste—posing serious...
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Pathogens are right within reach with a standard glove box
Pathogens are closer than you think when using standard glove boxes, contributing to the risk of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). Despite most of the staff believing they were compliant, only...
View ArticleGlove Smarter with SmartBox
The growing volume of PPE waste presents a significant challenge to healthcare sustainability, emphasizing the need for more efficient solutions. SensiCare® Silk nitrile exam gloves, featuring the...
View ArticleTwo-step algorithm testing for C. difficile: A tool for antibiotic stewardship
An approach for C. difficile testing that includes only nucleic acid amplification testing (NAAT) may contribute to overdiagnosis of C. difficile infection (CDI) and overtreatment with C....
View ArticleMake the Switch to Reusable Healthcare Textiles
One of the goals of TRSA, the association for the linen, uniform and facility services industry is to educate policymakers and healthcare decisionmakers about the value of hygienically clean reusable...
View ArticleBacterial Contamination of Ultrasound Probes from Common Drying Methods
A standard bacteriological analysis was conducted to determine the inherent bioburden on three materials that are commonly used to dry ultrasound probes: cotton cloth, polyester fabric, and paper...
View ArticleCurbing the Infection Risk of Healthcare Garments
Domestic laundering of healthcare worker uniforms lacks the control and decontamination monitoring of hospital-grade washing. When a home laundry process fails to eliminate contamination, it can spread...
View ArticleExperts Weigh in on Reusable PPE
At TRSA, the association for the linen, uniform and facility services industry, we work to educate policymakers and healthcare decision makers about the value of hygienically clean reusable healthcare...
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