New class of antibiotics found in soil
15 February, 2018Getting your hands dirty takes on new meaning, with scientists turning to soil to fight infections.
TECTA-PDS TECTA B16 Enterococci ENA test
13 February, 2018TECTA-PDS has launched the Enterococci ENA test for the TECTA B16 automated microbial detection solution.
Sustainable infection prevention: is it possible?
23 January, 2018 by Cathryn Murphy*With limited options available, serious research and investment is required if further progress is to be possible.
Miele's PG8582 Washer-Disinfector: A safe solution complying with the relevant market standard ISO EN15883 – 1&2
15 January, 2018For more than 50 years, Miele Professional has focused on working closely with doctors, hygiene experts and instrument manufacturers when developing reprocessing solutions for hospitals and medical practices. An important result of this cooperation is the system solution for an instrument cycle without any weak points.
Reducing the risk of surface damage: compatibility is crucial
12 January, 2018Healthcare equipment and surfaces may pose a transmission risk if not adequately decontaminated.
Zika still a threat to Australia
22 November, 2017 by Dr Julie Mudd*It was widely reported in November 2016 that the emergency was over, but the threat to our shores remains.
Material compatibility and communication remains crucial in the fight to prevent healthcare associated infections
15 November, 2017The surface environment presents an important route of transmission for microorganisms; when cleaning is suboptimal, it can place patients, staff and visitors at risk.
The boy with genetically modified skin
13 November, 2017A child with a lethal genetic skin disease has had a fully functional outer skin layer reconstructed from his own skin cells.
Meningococcal B vax should be required for all children
11 November, 2017Children under five years old, Indigenous children under 10 and all adolescents aged 15–19 are contracting the disease much more often than others.
Study: 40% of healthcare professionals work while sick
09 November, 2017Healthcare professionals are among the most likely to work when sick. Despite the best intentions, it's not a good idea.
Golden staph more prevalent in community than hospital
03 November, 2017Infection control efforts need to spread from the hospital to the community
Meet Tristel's extended family of infection prevention products
01 November, 2017Since 2011, the Tristel Trio Wipes System has been pioneering best infection prevention practice in Australia.
Miele's PG85 Washer-Disinfectors: The perfect solution for reprocessing ward utensils in hospitals and surgeries
31 October, 2017The washer-disinfectors from Miele Professional convince with a high cleaning performance and load capacity.
Enjoy working overseas — safely
24 October, 2017 by Laini BennettWorking abroad can be a rewarding experience, but for health practitioners it can mean exposure to diseases not encountered locally. So how do you protect yourself and your team?
Self-disinfecting doorknobs fight microbial infection
18 October, 2017A textile that disinfects hands when touched reduces bacteria by more than 90%, and has multiple applications.
