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Newly discovered catheter material could prevent bacterial infections
Researchers at the University of Nottingham have discovered a new coating that could prevent bacterial infections typically caused by biofilms on catheters.
The new material...
Improvements needed in the UTI diagnosis process
According to a new quality standard published by NICE, the UTI diagnosis process for women will improve significantly in 2023.
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) affect...
New trial to assess rapid tests to reduce antibiotic prescribing
Funding has been allocated for a clinical trial assessing whether respiratory infection rapid tests could reduce antibiotic prescribing in primary care.
A research team from...
Genetic analysis could answer vital questions about Legionella bacteria
Routine water sampling and genomic sequencing of Legionella bacteria could identify the source of Legionnaires’ disease outbreaks.
Legionnaires’ disease is a lung infection you can...
Fish oil and vitamin D supplements lower risk of croup in babies and children
In a new study, researchers found that fish oil and vitamin D supplements could lower the risk of croup in babies and children.
Croup is...
Monitoring handwashing effectiveness with UV-light
Researchers from the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) have developed a luminescent hydroalcoholic gel aimed at monitoring the quality of disinfection following handwashing.
There are...
Reducing Clostridium difficile infection rates with aerosolised hydrogen peroxide
New data finds that adding aerosolised hydrogen peroxide to hospital infection prevention protocols can effectively reduce Clostridium difficile infection rates.
A clostridium difficile infection is...
Innovating wound care: smart dressings with built-in sensors
New smart wound dressings have been developed that have built-in ‘healing’ sensors which glow when a wound is not healing properly.
The multifunctional, antimicrobial dressings,...
Training the immune system to fight infections
A new discovery has shown that the immune system can be trained to fight infections.
A new report from UCLA scientists shows the discovery of...
The growing threat of antimicrobial resistance
Pierre Meulien, Executive Director of Innovative Medicines Initiative, discusses the urgency of multisectoral care in treating drug-resistant infections.
While great strides have been made in the...
Nova Biologicals explores pathogen contamination in the home
Are viruses, bacteria, or moulds in your home a threat to your family’s health? In this Special Report, Nova Biologicals explores the importance of...
Investigating bacteria behind hospital infections with SMART Designs Tool
A new tool has been developed using SMART CRISPRi technology which is designed to help identify and tackle causes of E. faecalis-related diseases and...
Comprehensive UVC disinfection with Finsen Tech
Finsen Tech offers products specifically tailored for disinfection of both whole rooms and individual objects using ultraviolet radiation.
Finsen Tech is an international Environmental Protection...
Report calls for urgent action to drive down surgical site infections
The ‘Time to Act’ report has highlighted that one in 20 patients who undergo a surgical procedure in the NHS contract a surgical site...
Discover the UVC products and services helping to prevent HCAIs
Finsen Tech provides UVC products and services that contribute to the prevention and reduction of Healthcare-Associated Infections (HCAIs).
Finsen Tech deliver scientifically proven, cost effective,...
Meningococcus B vaccine shows 79% effectiveness
A vaccine for the deadly Meningococcus B has been shown to have 79% effectiveness in patients under the age of 18.
Meningococcus group B is...
Dealing with antimicrobial resistance during COVID-19
To coincide with Antimicrobial Awareness Week 2020, a new report of case studies has been published that gives a platform to people living with...
Hygiene compliance in preventing healthcare-associated infections
Bacterial screenings at Stockholm’s Karolinska University Hospital enabled researchers to identify and alleviate infection risks.
Up to one in 10 hospital patients will develop a...
Environmental hygiene in healthcare with Clean Hospitals
HEQ speaks with Clean Hospitals about the importance of healthcare environmental hygiene for patient safety.
The COVID-19 pandemic has thrown into sharp relief a number...
Reducing the risk of healthcare-associated infections
Nova Biologicals presents a systematic and proven approach to reducing Clostridium difficile and many other healthcare-associated infections.