12th November 2026 Under The Microscope Under the Microscope – HPV Under the Microscope Pathogen profile HPV Human papillomavirus Type Small, non-enveloped DNA virus Types Over 200, grouped into high-risk and low-risk Found in Genital areas, and the mouth and throat […]
19th May 2026 Under The Microscope Under the Microscope: Hantavirus Hantaviruses are rare but potentially serious zoonotic viruses that can cause severe respiratory or renal disease. Although infections are uncommon, recent reports linking an outbreak in a cruise ship environment […]
16th January 2026 Under The Microscope Under the Microscope – Norovirus Norovirus is one of the most persistent and contagious viruses in healthcare environments. It can survive for weeks on high‑touch surfaces, spread with ease, and cause sudden outbreaks of vomiting […]
13th January 2026 Under The Microscope Webinar: Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing global threat, driven by the overuse of antibiotics and disinfectants. This webinar explores resistance mechanisms, cross-resistance risks, and the role of proactive disinfection. Gain […]
12th December 2025 IPC In Practice Understand European Norms: What They Mean for Disinfection Infection prevention is not just about choosing the right product, it’s about understanding the European Norms (EN standards) that define what “effective” really means. These internationally recognised benchmarks ensure that […]
17th November 2025 Navigating Chemistry Chlorine vs Chlorine Dioxide: What you Need to Know High-level disinfection (HLD) is essential in healthcare to prevent healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR). HAIs can lead to serious illness, prolonged hospital stays, and increased healthcare costs, […]
1st November 2025 IPC In Practice The Importance of Cleaning prior to High-Level Disinfection In healthcare settings, high-level disinfection (HLD) is essential for patient safety, but its success depends on a critical first step: cleaning. This manual process removes visible soil and organic material, […]
1st November 2025 IPC In Practice Why Wiping Works: Understanding the Role of Pressure in Manual Disinfection Manual disinfection is a proven and effective method for disinfection. One important factor influencing its success is the pressure applied during the wiping process. EN 16615 is designed to evaluate […]
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