New flu test: one drop of blood could save your life
21 June, 2017A new blood test predicts which influenza patients will develop potentially deadly secondary infections, such as pneumonia.
A better way to use steam sterilisers — saving money and water
05 June, 2017 by Forbes McGainThe way we are currently using steam sterilisers means re-usable and single-use items leave a similar footprint. Here's how we change that.
GAMA Healthcare acquires Australian distributor AMCLA
23 May, 2017GAMA Healthcare, a UK manufacturer of infection prevention products, has acquired the Clinell division of its Australian distributor, AMCLA.
ACIPC showcases global innovations in infection prevention and control
17 May, 2017The 5th Australasian College for Infection Prevention and Control (ACIPC) International Conference, Australasia's flagship educational event for infection prevention and control (ICP) professionals, was held at the Pullman Melbourne Albert Park, from 21–23 November 2016. The conference attracted over 580 delegates from both Australia and 14 overseas countries.
nora rubber flooring for use in high-risk areas
16 May, 2017For many years, hygiene departments in hospitals and nursing facilities have strongly focused on the control of infections caused by multi-resistant microbes.
Australians urged to 'know pneumonia' to curb infection rates
16 May, 2017As part of Know Pneumonia Day (16 May), Lung Foundation Australia has released a dataset revealing that Australians are failing to be persuaded of the seriousness of pneumococcal pneumonia infection.
Reprocessing of re-usable medical devices
28 April, 2017Cleaning, disinfecting and sterilising re-usable medical devices and equipment provides an essential foundation for delivering safe and good-quality care.
Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide (AHP) – the future of disinfection
24 April, 2017 by Sarah Mangala, Diversey Care Product ManagerAccelerated Hydrogen Peroxide, or AHP, is the breakthrough advancement in infection prevention for the healthcare environment.
Killing Environmental C. difficile spores
23 April, 2017Clostridium difficile has emerged as a substantial antimicrobial-resistant threat to healthcare, with a mortality rate in Australia of 5%. Environmental disinfection using the right product, process and proof of compliance is critical.
TB progress threatened by global rise of multidrug resistance
15 April, 2017The rise in multidrug-resistant TB threatens to derail decades of progress.
The national shortfall in lifesaving drugs — what's the answer?
10 April, 2017A shortage of lifesaving drugs has been plaguing the Australian hospital system. Is there a solution?
Miele Professional successfully launched Mobile CSSD
09 April, 2017Miele Professional has ramped up its investment in Australia to bring its 50 years' experience in the medical field in Europe to Australian hospitals.
Deadly pneumonia could be knocked out by this hormone
05 April, 2017Stimulating this hormone could prevent pneumonia bacteria from spreading by starving it to death.
Hepatitis patients "dying of embarrassment"
04 April, 2017"I am aware that many people living with hepatitis feel too stigmatised to get help. They are literally dying of embarrassment," said Dr Sally Cockburn.
When it comes to formulation of ABHR it is important to get the facts
03 April, 2017 by Christine Claighen, Regulatory | Scientific Manager, GOJO AustralasiaAcross the market today there are various formulations of alcohol-based hand rubs (ABHR) with different alcohol concentrations and formats (gel, foam, rinse) and dispensing methods which can make the selection process difficult for your environment.
