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Face shields do not give high-level COVID protection, study shows

Face shields do not give high-level COVID protection, study shows

University of East Anglia researchers provide much-needed evidence of efficacy of PPE
Milestone moment in construction of infection innovation centre

Milestone moment in construction of infection innovation centre

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Building Better Healthcare Awards 2022 - the categories

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The importance of choosing the right workwear in the fight against infection

The importance of choosing the right workwear in the fight against infection

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What does the future have in store for health technology?

Dr Andy Davies (pictured), commercial director at Mackwell Health, gives his take on what 2022 has in store for the healthcare industry, discussing...
Case study: Vanguard installs modular facility to combat surgical backlog

Case study: Vanguard installs modular facility to combat surgical backlog

Surgical complex supports St George’s University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in addressing COVID-19 backlog
New online system launched for provision of PPE

New online system launched for provision of PPE

New website ensures continuity of distribution to frontline health and care staff
Why a change in respiratory protection practice is vital for healthcare

Why a change in respiratory protection practice is vital for healthcare

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Hygienic access solutions for healthcare environments

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Q&A How flooring renovation is better for healthcare

Rohit Sharma of flooring manufacturer, Bona, reveals how the COVID-19 pandemic has increased the emphasis on ‘resilient’ flooring renovation in the...
State of the art Hospital Simulation Suite opens to offer NHS Nurses training in infection prevention and control

State of the art Hospital Simulation Suite opens to offer NHS Nurses training in infection prevention and control

Infection prevention and control specialist GAMA Healthcare have launched a state-of-the-art training facility designed to simulate a live Hospital...
Helping healthcare to heal

Helping healthcare to heal

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Preventing the spread of COVID-19 in NHS facilities with UK innovation

Preventing the spread of COVID-19 in NHS facilities with UK innovation

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Do users benefit from HEPA air filters on hand dryers?

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Case study: Sherwood Forest NHS minimises the risk of Pseudomonas
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A specialist approach for sterile facilities
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Comment: Protecting water tanks from bacterial growth
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Feature: Breaking the chain of infection
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The future of hand hygiene compliancy in healthcare