Biofilms can harbor multi-drug resistant organisms, posing significant risks. Found in hydrated and dry forms, they need different control methods. Educating stakeholders on biofilm control is crucial for better healthcare outcomes. aricjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.11… Clean Hospitals

Clean Hospitals Collection: Hospital disinfection just got better! OxiLast™ shows sustained antimicrobial effects, reducing pathogens for up to a week. Tested in labs and hospital settings. aricjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.11… Clean Hospitals #InfectionControl

Cleaning in low-income hospitals faces many hurdles. Our modified TEACH CLEAN program in The Gambia showed limited success due to external factors like COVID-19 and resource shortages. Training alone isn’t enough, and more work is needed! Clean Hospitals aricjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.11…

For #OneHealthDay2024, read about the global challenges presented by antimicrobial resistance and learn how a One Health approach could help overcome them. Full article: doi.org/10.1186/s13756… Read more about #OneHealthDay : biomedcentral.com/p/ohd-2024

Survey: 617 healthcare workers in sub-Saharan Africa reveal inadequate training and risky practices in using antiseptics and disinfectants. More tailored Infection Prevention & Control training needed! #IPC #healthcare Clean Hospitals aricjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.11…

Study: 22% of hospital water and 28% of biofilm samples contained Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Many strains showed multidrug and chlorine resistance, posing infection risks. Our study highlights the need for advanced disinfection methods. Clean Hospitals aricjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.11…

Introducing World Antibiotics Awareness Week (WAAW) and its significance - blog summarising recent research published in Springer Nature journals and ongoing clinical trials ISRCTN: the UK's Clinical Study Registry communities.springernature.com/posts/introduc… #WAAW

For World Antibiotics Awareness Week 24, we share a selection of articles, journal collections and clinical trials. #WAAW #AntimicrobialResistance Find out more here: shorturl.at/gbd1u

For World Antibiotics Awareness Week 24, this Communities blog post highlights a selection of articles, journal collections and clinical trials from across Springer Nature to underscore the importance of a One Health approach in combating AMR: communities.springernature.com/posts/introduc… #WAAW

Clean Hospitals Collection: Aerosols from toilet flushing can spread pathogens. Our study shows far UV-C light tech effectively decontaminates surfaces and air in bathrooms, reducing MRSA, VRE, and more! #InfectionControl #UVTech aricjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.11… Clean Hospitals

Probiotic cleaning in hospitals shows promise in controlling MDROs, reducing HAIs, ARG, and costs. More robust data needed, but this sustainable, biodegradable alternative to chemical disinfectants could be a game-changer. Clean Hospitals aricjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.11…

This blog highlights #WAAW2024 , drawing on insights from Springer Nature journals, collections, and books to underscore the importance of a One Health approach in combating AMR.Health Services Research at BMC Springer Nature ISRCTN: the UK's Clinical Study Registry Read here: communities.springernature.com/posts/introduc…

Clean Hospitals Collection: Training improved healthcare waste (HCW) management at Sahloul University Hospital, but challenges remain in labeling and waste collection timing. More work needed! aricjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.11… Clean Hospitals

Clean Hospitals Collection: (First double-blind RCT) Antimicrobial coatings cut bacteria on stretcher rails in the emergency department. Significant reduction at 24h, but more data needed for long-term effects. Clean Hospitals #PatientSafety aricjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.11…

Clean Hospitals Collection: (Commentary) Enhancing healthcare cleaning in resource-limited settings faces challenges, but local leadership and tailored approaches can drive progress. #InfectionControl Clean Hospitals aricjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.11…

Clean Hospitals Collection: Enhanced cleaning in ICU at Alexandria Main University Hospital, Egypt, significantly reduced bacterial contamination and HAIs. Gram-negative bacteria dropped from 45.6% to 16.3%! aricjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.11… Clean Hospitals

🌍Its #WorldHealthDay!🌍 This year's theme is #HealthyBeginnings #HopefulFutures so check out our open collection: 'Preventing infection in neonatal care units' biomedcentral.com/collections/PI… 👉For more World Health Day content check out this blog post go.nature.com/4iTtMSW

Our latest survey in Vaud, Switzerland highlights critical gaps in bodily waste management in nursing homes. Key findings include the need for better protocols, PPE, and hand hygiene supplies. Let's enhance patient safety together! #AMR aricjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.11… Clean Hospitals

Our study shows the CDC/ICAN toolkit for environmental cleaning is effective and well-received at Lagos University Teaching Hospital in Nigeria. Training and multidisciplinary team approaches were key to success! #AMR aricjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.11… Clean Hospitals

New research from Isfahan, Iran highlights the role of hospital exhaust vents as reservoirs for invasive fungal diseases (IFDs). Key findings show high resistance to Amphotericin B among Aspergillus and Rhizopus spp. #InfectionControl aricjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.11… Clean Hospitals