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Products kill microbes, but people prevent infection

Damien Hancox, CEO of SpectrumX, explains how a holistic, systemic approach to infection prevention creates a safer, more hygienic environment for both care home residents and staff

A vast range of pathogens inhabit our public places. A recent study in Liverpool, conducted by the Infection Innovation Consortium (iiCON) found pathogens that can cause urinary tract infections, thrush, and gastric ailments on common sites such as handrails, computer keyboards, and even the screens of self-service checkouts in supermarkets

At the end of last year, the study prompted the NHS to start a campaign called Simple Things. The campaign urged Christmas shoppers to be extra vigilant about handwashing and other hygiene measures - handwashing, covering their faces, and keeping a distance - to help lessen the spread of winter illnesses.

The study highlights the infection potential between the wider community and care, and how easy it can be for a person to pick up pathogens on their hands while out shopping, for example, and then unwittingly carry them into a care home as a visitor or staff member. 

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UK Care Week

NEC, Birmingham
22 March 2023 - 23 March 2023

Future of Care Leaders Conference

The King’s Fund, London
Tuesday 28th March 2023

Care Roadshows - Glasgow

Hampden Park Stadium, Glasgow
18th April 2023

The Residential & Home Care Show, part of Health Plus Care

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Health and Social Care Workforce: Wellbeing, Integration and Sustainability

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18th May 2023

Care Roadshows - Birmingham

Villa Park Stadium, Birmingham
23rd May 2023

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