PRODUCTS
Simplify diagnosis of invasive aspergillosis The new IMMY sõna Aspergillus
Galactomannan Lateral Flow Assay is now available in the UK exclusively from Alpha Laboratories. The immunochromatographic test system for the qualitative detection of Aspergillus Galactomannan in serum and BAL samples, has been developed to provide a simplified test procedure and rapid turnaround time for the diagnosis of invasive aspergillosis. Aspergillus GM LFA provides high sensitivity and specificity, while the simple format and rapid 30 minute test time eliminates the need for batch testing. When used in conjunction with other diagnostic procedures such as microbiological culture, histological examination of biopsy samples and
radiographic evidence, the Aspergillus GM LFA aids the diagnosis of aspergillosis. Improved diagnostics could lead to better treatment outcomes and higher survival rates. Over 30 million people are at risk of invasive aspergillosis each year and over 300,000 patients develop it annually. The disease is common in high risk patients with: haematological malignancies, chemotherapy- induced neutropenia, allogeneic HSCT (stem cell transplant) and who have undergone solid organ transplant (primarily lung).
Disposable disinfection wipes
Environmental cleaning in health and social care environments is a key intervention in infection prevention. By maintaining a clean and sanitary environment, facilities can improve patient satisfaction while reducing the transmission of infections and re-admissions. PDI’s new 200ct Sani-Cloth AF Universal are disposable disinfection wipes for surfaces and medical devices. Alcohol- and PHMB-
Tackling healthcare associated infections
Infections, particularly those displaying anti- microbial resistance, present a major threat to public health. Dangerous pathogens are everywhere, and can live on surfaces for days, weeks and even months – Clostridium Difficile spores, for example, can live up to five months. Furthermore, worrying research has shown that you have a 50/50 chance of picking up a dangerous pathogen anytime you touch anything or anyone in a hospital. However, many studies published in the last 20 years have proved that good hand hygiene helps to prevent serious infections from spreading, and to reduce healthcare associated infections (HAI’s) by up to 50%. As a founder member of the Private Organizations for Patient Safety group, GOJO Industries-Europe advocates making hand hygiene second nature to everyone in a healthcare setting. The company advises three key strategies to influence behaviour: accessibility; formulations; and signage, stating: “Handwashing facilities must be accessible and dispensers easy to use. The WHO recommends that an adequate
free, Sani-Cloth AF Universal wipes have a broad spectrum of kill with low contact times. The wipes are compliant with standard EN 16615: 2015, a specifically
developed method to test the efficacy of disinfectant wipes in real-life situations. PDI works with customers as a total solutions partner by providing educational resources and on-going support.
Making light work of infection prevention
Moonbeam3 from Diversey delivers UV- C light to provide fast broad area
disinfection of high- touch surfaces in hospitals and care homes in as little as three minutes. According to Diversey, this is faster than fogging and
almost twice as effective as traditional cleaning and disinfection alone, in destroying the pathogens that cause HAIs. UV-C penetrates and destroys the DNA in the cells of pathogens such as viruses, bacteria and spores which stops them multiplying and causing infections. This means Moonbeam3 facilities a hands, chemical and fume-free way to complement existing processes with safer disinfection. The device is suitable for surfaces accidentally missed during regular cleaning and for frequently-touched, hard- to-clean surfaces/equipment. It can be used in patient rooms, operating theatres and bathrooms and on patient care equipment, keyboards, monitors, and workstations.
A new standard in instrument durability and cutting
Omega Surgical Instruments has unveiled its TITANIT range of instruments, offering a superior class of cutting sharpness and economical service costs.
number of appropriately positioned hand hygiene facilities should be readily available at the point of care. “The high frequency with which healthcare workers wash or sanitise their hands means that the formulations must be gentle yet effective against germs, complying with key hospital norms EN 1500, EN 14476 and EN 12791. “Finally, eye-catching signage is very effective as a prompt, especially at key germ hot-spots such as washrooms and waiting areas.” For more information, call +44(0)1908 588444, email
infouk@GOJO.com or visit
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Chrome and nickel free, the instruments are guaranteed for sharpness for five years* and come with a lifetime integrity guarantee.* TITANIT instruments are manufactured using a new technology which provides properties, such as light weight, increased strength and corrosion resistance. According to Omega Surgical Instruments, due to this material the durability of TITANIT is considerably longer than many instruments. *In line with instrument instructions for use.
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