A couple of years ago, we analysed the NHS backlog, including some of its underlying causes, along with the plans in place to address it. More recently, we assessed the current state of A&E waiting times across the NHS. The UK now has a new Labour government. The 2024 Labour manifesto promised to “build an […]
A few years ago, we explored the NHS backlog, and its underlying causes. We also assessed the NHS targets for clearing these backlogs, and discussed the impacts they were having on ambulance waiting times. In this post we’ll take a closer look at the current state of A&E waiting times in the UK, and how […]
For years, the NHS made extensive use of nitrous oxide as an anaesthetic gas. Yet there are concerns that prolonged exposure to nitrous oxide could pose certain health risks. Practitioners are also becoming increasingly aware of the possible environmental impact of using anaesthetic gases. How is Nitrous Oxide Used in Healthcare Nitrous oxide is an […]
Chrome-plated surgical instruments have long been a popular choice for hospitals. They are durable and highly resistant to scratching, pealing, flaking, chipping, and corrosion. They’re also easy to clean and sterilise. Plus, smooth chrome-plated surfaces can reduce friction, meaning that instruments move exactly as expected during delicate medical procedures. If you have heard that the […]
Absorbent mats are vital for effective fluid management in hospitals. They can absorb and contain significant quantities of fluids during procedures, which can help prevent slips, trips, and falls. Plus, after procedures you can simply dispose of the mat in the appropriate waste stream. This can help prevent cross infection while making cleaning much easier, […]
In recent years, growing numbers of healthcare providers have been accused of “greenwashing”. In this post we’ll explore what greenwashing in healthcare is, and what it looks like. We’ll also explore some ways you can ensure your environmental performance delivers in practice, and not just on paper. What is Greenwashing? “Greenwashing” essentially means that there’s […]
We recently published a guide to safely and effectively cleaning up bodily fluids. This guide largely focused on surfaces and medical devices. But what should you do if you are exposed to infected bodily fluids? When it comes to infection control, prevention is everything. Standard Infection Control Precautions and PPE Follow your Standard Infection Control […]
Local authorities are introducing clean air zones in towns cities across the UK. What is a Clean Are Zone? Clean Air Zones are designated areas where authorities will take targeted action to improve the local air quality. The measures mainly involve targeting vehicle emissions with charges for any vehicles that exceed certain emission standards. There […]
During the recent pandemic, one report found that over 40,000 people may have been infected with Covid-19 while being treated in hospital for another condition. This study highlights the vital importance of managing airborne bacteria and diseases in hospitals and other healthcare settings. These are places where individuals with high infection rates can gather and […]
In all healthcare settings, bodily fluids are a major vector for spreading harmful pathogens. For this reason, an effective bodily fluid clean up procedure is one of the 10 Standard Infection Control Precautions (SICP). In this post we will outline the advised bodily fluid clean up procedure while also discussing certain solutions that will help […]