Wiping away infections – the CLEEN way!

Cleaning shared medical equipment with a disinfectant wipe at least once a day saves lives by reducing infections in hospitals, according to groundbreaking new research. Infection control has always been a critical focus in healthcare, but new world-first research highlights just how impactful even the simplest of measures can be. The CLEEN study, a landmark…

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Wiping out MRSA using Clinell “green” wipes

We discuss how introducing one-step Clinell Universal Wipes at University Hospital Birmingham was associated with a significant 55% reduction in the rate of MRSA acquisition. Clinell Universal led to a 55% reduction in the rate of MRSA acquisition A study published by scientists from University Hospital Birmingham evaluated the impact of introducing the one-step Clinell Universal Wipes (which both clean…

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5 reasons to choose Clinell Universal for your hospital

From improving patient safety to protecting medical devices from damage, here are 5 reasons why you should choose Clinell Universal for your hospital. 1. Help protect patient safety Your wipe choice affects patient outcomes. Clinell products are the only products proven to reduce the spread of pathogens that cause healthcare-associated infection in clinical practice in the UK. Clinell…

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Can Clinell products kill Group A Streptococcus (‘Strep A’)?

Today on GAMA’s blog, we’re sharing the latest information about Strep A discussing how effective Clinell products are at killing it. ‘Strep A’ in the news Strep A is all over the news at the moment because, sadly, there have been a number of deaths among children in the UK caused by these invasive infections. What is…

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Surface disinfectant wipes: are you asking the wrong questions?

Manufacturer claims don’t always reflect real-world use. But ineffective surface disinfection puts patients at risk and contributes to the £2.7 billion spent on healthcare-associated infections by the NHS. We look at the questions to ask when it comes to selecting an effective disinfectant product for healthcare. Manufacturers make bold claims, based on laboratory testing, that…

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Can Clinell products kill monkeypox virus?

Today on the blog we share the latest information about monkeypox virus and discuss how effective Clinell products are at killing it. What is monkeypox? Monkeypox is a viral infection caused by an enveloped virus which belongs to the Orthopoxvirus genus in the family Poxviridae. Are Clinell wipes effective against monkeypox? Although the role of surfaces in the transmission of the…

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A summary of ECCMID 2021’s virtual event

In this article, we highlight some fascinating research from the ECCMID 2021 virtual event. ECCMID, the world’s premier Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases event, brings together experts from relevant fields to present their latest findings, developments and share their expertise. The 31st ECCMID meeting was recently held as a virtual event and as usual, attracted a global…

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Price rises on raw materials: how it’s affecting healthcare and beyond.

Commodity costs continue to spike week on week throughout 2021. As construction, e-commerce and other industries roar with life, in the wake of COVID-19, demand outstrips supply on essential raw materials. Several raw materials are now at an all-time high, with further price rises forecast for the rest of 2021. Why are raw material prices…

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Staying safe on your staycation

With the weather warming up and holidays abroad still uncertain, many of us are planning a staycation this year. In this week’s article, we discuss everything from where you can visit to what to pack, to help you stay safe on your staycation. Where can I go on holiday? Coronavirus is continuing to spread in…

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