Hi. Do any Trusts allow in-patient phlebotomy to take bloods without aprons on? I'm working with a team whose SOP states they must wear aprons for all in-patient and they are struggling to get it…
New Case Study on Reducing Nitrous Oxide Waste in Dental SettingsI wanted to share a short case study from UCLH on reducing nitrous oxide waste in dental care.The team at the Royal National ENT and…
Dear Colleagues,I am looking to get hold of recent case studies of digital health technologies which demonstrate the triple bottom line is fulfilled - pathway changes would great and ones which show…
We're exploring which water sources are used for endoscopy in UK hospitals. We haven't identified clear guidance on whether water for flushing and bedside cleaning endoscopes needs to be sterile,…
HiI would be keen to understand what each Trusts IPC guidance is around cleaning returned walking aids if people are happy to share. Secondly, has their been challenge around cleaning the inside of…
Doctoral Programme in Planetary Healthat the University of LisbonOpen Applications until 24 AprilThe 2ndedition of the Planetary Health Doctoral Programme will begin in October 2026 andoffers a…
I found this article provides a positive framing of rational use of healthcare. It proposes proactive approaches to stop ineffective or harmful interventions, and as much celebration of the benefits…
Hi, I recently had a carbon footprint calculated for my 5 surgery dental practice and had an action plan produced to help reduce the amount of CO2 we're responsible for. However, I don't have anything…
This question is posted on the N&MW network...Would welcome your expertise on this? Are clean hands more important?Hello,I have a question regarding the use of a plastic disposable blue aprons for…
Are you interested in making infection prevention and control more sustainable? Are you a healthcare professional, patient, student, academic or someone else with a vested interest in…