There can be quite a lot of blood when a vein is removed for use in the Coronary Artery Bypass Graft procedure, so what is needed is an absorbent product that soaks up this blood, keeping any surrounding area clean. What’s more, any product used to absorb the blood needs to be placed against the […]
UK plastic surgery events are coming in quick succession this Autumn/Winter season, with BAAPS, BSFPS and BAPRAS all holding major meetings. To find out more read on. Or, if you are not able to attend but would like to investigate the best surgical instruments for plastic and aesthetic surgery, click here for details of Stille’s […]
Cairn Technology is celebrating its 25th anniversary supplying services and products to NHS Trusts and private hospitals. Established in 1999 by two chemistry PhD graduates, Dr. Peter Binns and Dr. Mark Fields, the business initially acted as an environmental consultancy specialising in the continuous monitoring of emissions to atmosphere. However, it wasn’t long before the […]
The role of Sterile Service Departments (SSDs) is critical to the smooth running of operating theatres across the UK. The timely decontamination and turnaround of full sets of instruments that are safe to use and perform to their optimum ability is critical to the smooth running of surgical lists. But unfortunately, too many SSDs and […]
Hospitals that are concerned about operating theatre costs sometimes use inco pads or incontinence pads to absorb spills on operating theatre floors. These pads do not offer a particularly high level of absorbency and are prone to dripping when lifted for disposal. However, they are sometimes seen as a much more cost-effective alternative to absorbent […]
Having an effective Slips, Trips and Falls Prevention and Management Policy is important for any hospital. Every year, over 2000 of these incidents are reported nationally by the NHS to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). This is perhaps not surprising given that slips, trips and falls are the most common cause of serious injuries […]
The NHS Carbon Footprint Plus includes a commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from supplier products, as outlined in Scope 3 of The Greenhouse Gas Protocol. According to NHS England’s 2022 report Delivering a ‘Net Zero’ National Health Service, one of the greatest areas of opportunity for a reduction in carbon emissions is through medical […]
Surgical instruments are indispensable tools in the realm of healthcare, playing a critical role in medical procedures that demand precision and accuracy. To maintain their functionality and extend their lifespan, proper care and maintenance are essential. Surgeons and healthcare professionals must adhere to rigorous protocols for cleaning, sterilizing, and storing surgical instruments. This article delves […]
The NHS, like many large organisations, is taking a proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint by achieving Net Zero. Net zero refers to the balance between the amount of greenhouse gases emitted and the amount removed from the atmosphere. Achieving net zero emissions is a critical step in mitigating the impact of climate change. […]
Is DAS 2024 already in your calendar? If you are a decontamination manager or lead, or part of the sterile services team then this is an event not to be missed. Taking place on 6th February at the National Conference Centre in Birmingham, this transformative conference aims to shape the future of decontamination and sterilisation. […]