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Environmental Decontamination: Stages & When to Implement
In a healthcare setting, “environmental decontamination”…

How Does Infection Spread in a Hospital?
In this post we’ll discuss how infections spread in hospitals…

2023 Vet Shortage in the UK: Why and What Now?
All healthcare services in the UK are currently facing a number…

How To Manage an Outbreak of Infection in a Care Home
Any outbreak of infection in a care home must be considered a…

The Most Common Hospital Acquired Infections
In this post we’ll discuss some of the most common hospital…

What is Infection Control in Care Homes?
When it comes to infection, elderly people and other care home…

Staffing Issues & Safe Staffing Levels in Operating Theatres
The healthcare sector is currently facing severe staffing shortages.…

Entonox Monitoring in Maternity Departments
Entonox – also referred to as N20, or “gas and air” - is…

Three Levels of Decontamination For Infection Control
In this post we’ll explore each of these levels of decontamination…

How Many Dentists are Training and Qualifying in the UK?
The UK is facing a shortage of dentists. According to one report,…

How Do You Sterilise and Clean Surgical Instruments?
Surgical instruments are used exclusively in sterile spaces,…

Communicable Diseases & Examples of How to Prevent Spread
In this post we’ll discuss some of the most common communicable…

What Is The Purpose of Exposure Monitoring via Air Sampling?
The air in hospitals and healthcare settings can contain numerous…

Why is Air Quality Monitoring Important?
Everyone knows that breathing hazardous substances or polluted…

Chemical Hazards in Hospitals – Examples and Control
Hazardous chemicals are common in healthcare settings. Short-…

Why Is There a Shortage of Healthcare Workers in the UK?
The NHS is facing chronic staff shortages.
In this post we’ll…

What is Bioburden? And How to Control It
What is Bioburden?
Bioburden refers to the number of bacteria…

Infection Control Procedures in Care Homes
Certain types of viral and bacterial infection are common in…

Tips For New Operating Theatre Nurses
If you’re a new operating theatre nurse – or you’re thinking…

Immunocompromised vs Immunosuppressed – Is There a Difference?
What’s the difference in meaning between immunocompromised…

Air Monitoring Equipment: What Instruments & Equipment is Used?
Air quality consultants will use different air monitoring equipment…

What is NO2 and How Does it Impact Health?
NO2 is nitrous dioxide. It’s a chemical compound that’s mainly…

What is the Bioburden Limit for Medical Devices?
When we talk about bioburden, we’re talking about the number…

VOCs in Hospitals – Causes, Effects and Solutions
VOC stands for volatile organic compounds. This is a group of…

Examples of Continuity of Care in GP Surgeries
If you manage or work in a GP surgery, continuity of care can…

Cairn Technology at ASGBI Congress 2023 – The Changing Face of Surgery
The Association of Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland (ASGBI)…

Occupational Health Hazards for Nurses and How to Prevent Them
Hospitals and healthcare settings can be hazardous environments…

Doctors Surgery Waiting Room Improvement Ideas
A good doctor’s surgery waiting room should be warm and welcoming.…

What is an Operating Department Practitioner and What Do They Do?
If you’re considering a new career in healthcare, or even a…

Ways to Prevent Infection During Chemotherapy Treatments
Chemotherapy can lower a patient’s white blood cell count.…

The Link Between Adult Social Care and Hospital Discharges
The NHS is currently facing a significant backlog that shows…

Operating Theatre Staff Roles and Responsibilities
It takes a lot of people to run a successful operating theatre.…

Ambulance Cleaning and Decontamination Checklist
Regularly and thoroughly cleaning and decontaminating ambulances…

Why Are Ambulance Waiting Times Getting Longer?
UK ambulance waiting times are bad, and they show every sign…

Is Pollution Worse in Winter? How to Improve Indoor Air Quality
A recent report found that over 2,000 UK health centres are located…

The Patient Safety and Infection Prevention Show 2023
The Patient Safety and Infection Prevention Show will run at…

What’s The Difference Between Electrosurgery and Electrocautery?
Electrosurgery and electrocautery seem like broadly similar processes,…

Key Responsibilities for Operating Theatre Managers
Operating theatre managers are responsible for ensuring the successful…

What is PM10 in Air Quality?
Particulate matter (PM) is a class of air pollution covering…

Flu Strains in 2022 – How Many and Which Are Most Common?
Global influenza levels have been low since 2020, but the UK…

Common Infections in Care Homes & Effects on Bed Shortage
Many types of viral and bacterial infection are common in care…

The Importance of Fluid Management in Burns Patients
Severe fluid loss following injuries is a major issue for burns…

Surgical Smoke Hazards: Causes and Exposure
Surgical smoke has a very unpleasant smell, and it can produce…

Diathermy Smoke Plume Management & Guidance
What is a Diathermy Smoke Plume?
A diathermy smoke plume –…

How to Clean & Prevent Infection in GP Waiting Rooms
Every year, the UK is hit by multiple viruses. Some of these…

How to Choose the Right Hospital-Grade Air Purifier
For an air purifier to be hospital-grade, it must meet any relevant…

How Many Dentists Have Left the NHS?
In the past few years, thousands of dentists have left the NHS.
How…

Smoking Outside Hospitals: Bans, Laws & Guidelines
In March 2022, Scotland banned smoking outside hospital buildings.
Smoking…

Omicron BA.4 and BA.5: Transmissibility & Symptoms
Omicron BA.4 and BA.5 are two of the most recent subvariants…

Clearing the NHS Backlog in 2023: Plans and Estimates
The NHS is facing an unprecedented backlog. This is the care…

UVC vs. HEPA Air Filters and Purifiers
An intelligent air filtration system plays an integral part of…

Future Surgery: 15-16 November 2022
The 2022 Future Surgery Show takes place at ExCeL London on 15-16…

Smart Estates Summit: 8 December 2022
The 2022 Smart Estates Summit takes place on 8 December at the…

Air Purifier and Filter Buying Guide – A-Z
If you’re looking to buy an air purifier, this short A-Z glossary…

What is PM2.5 And Why is it a Risk to Hospital Patients?
Air pollution and quality is a key concern for everyone, particularly…

University & Healthcare Estates & Innovation Birmingham 2022
University & Healthcare Estates & Innovation takes place…

What Does Sevoflurane Smell Like & How to Monitor Long-Term Exposure
Though sevoflurane has a good safety record, like all anaesthetic…

Isoflurane Side Effects & Long-Term Exposure
Isoflurane is a general inhalation aesthetic. In healthcare settings,…

How to Perform Knee & Other Arthroscopies More Efficiently
Arthroscopy keyhole surgery procedures are highly effective at…

Preventing Infections in Burns Patients
All patients are at risk from infection in hospitals and healthcare…

How UK Hospitals Can Stop the Spread of Covid to Inpatients
A recent report found that more than 40,600 people were likely…

25% of Hospitals in Dangerously High Levels of Air Pollution Areas
The World Health Organisation (WHO) advises a maximum concentration…

Healthcare Estates Conference & Exhibition: 4 to 5 October 2022
The 2022 Healthcare Estates Conference and Exhibition takes place…

Air Quality & Pollution in GP Surgeries – The Effects
Asthma and Lung UK recently tested air quality levels at GP surgeries…

How Long is the Short Term Workplace Exposure Limit?
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) is a UK law…

Air Purifier vs Dehumidifier vs Air Conditioner – What’s The Difference?
Air purifiers, dehumidifiers and air conditioners all help you…

Penthrox vs. Entonox for Long Term Exposure
Penthrox and Entonox are both used for pain management in healthcare…

Long-Term Effects of Chlorine Exposure
The chemical element chlorine has been used for years in sanitation,…

How Air Pollution Harms Children in Healthcare Settings
A 2018 report revealed that thousands of UK health centres are…

Air Purifier Guide: What You Need to Know
If you’ve never used an air purifier before, you might be wondering…

Operating Theatre Temperature & Humidity Guidelines For Patient Safety and Infection Control
Good air ventilation is an integral part of effective infection…

Why Is PPE So Important in Healthcare?
Personal protection equipment (PPE) is vital for effective infection…

When & What Type of PPE Should Be Used: NHS & Healthcare
The NHS introduced new guidelines for personal protective equipment…

Health & Safety in Operating Theatres – Hazards & Precautions
Just like any other working environment, working in an operating…

Do I Need an Asbestos Air Quality Test? A Complete Guide
According to a recent BBC enquiry, over 90% of NHS trusts report…

Best & Worst Air Quality in the UK: Towns and Cities
What are the most and least polluted towns and cities in the…

How to Remove PPE in the Correct Order
Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) is an integral part of effective…

How Often Should You Change the HEPA Filter in Air Purifiers?
A High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filter can catch harmful…

Come see us at the NHS Estates and Facilities Conference 2022
The NHS Estates and Facilities Conference 2022 is just a matter…

Improve Quality & Efficiency in Operating Theatres
Improving quality and efficiency in operating theatres brings…

What is an Air Quality Consultant?
An air quality consultant assesses the air quality in hospitals,…

Current Issues in Operating Theatres
Operating theatre teams around the world face fresh challenges…

What is ISO 9001 Certified? Meaning & Regulations
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) first…

What is a Hazardous and Toxic Air Pollutant?
All employers in all industries have a legal requirement to reduce…

Speed Limit for Air Quality: How Does It Work?
You may have heard about how some areas of the UK are trialling…

What Key Factors Should Be Considered When Selecting PPE?
Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) can make a huge difference…

What is the Clean Air Hospital Framework?
First launched in 2019 by Global Action Plan and Great Ormond…

What Air Filtration Systems are used in Hospitals?
The 2020 pandemic highlighted the critical importance of good…

Come see us at BADS Conference 2022 – 16 and 17 June
If you are planning to attend the British Association of Day…

Introduction to the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist – 5 Steps
The World Health Organisation (WHO) first published their Surgical…

What is Surgical Steel & What’s The Difference From Stainless Steel?
You have to be able to rely on your surgical instruments. The…

How Do You Test Indoor Air Quality in Hospitals, Schools and the Workplace?
The air inside can be even more polluted than the air outside.…

Cleaning for Infection Prevention and Control in Operating Theatres
Studies show that surgical site infections (SSIs) constitute…

Decon UK 2022: Decontamination Conference for Healthcare
Presented by The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust and University…

Isoflurane – Safety, Disposal and Monitoring in Hospitals
Isoflurane is one of the World Health Organization’s Essential…

How to Measure Air Quality
When we talk about air quality, we’re talking about how clean…

Types of Surgical Instruments – Names and Instrument Selection
If we classify them according to their function, there are three…

How Many Standard Infection Control Precautions Are There?
The Standard Infection Control Precautions (SICPs) are a series…


Tips for Surgical Instrument Care & Handling
Tips for Surgical Instrument Care
Use as intended
Misuse…



Infection Prevention and Control Conference 2022: Cairn offers hospitals breath of fresh air
State-of-the-art air purification technology will be taking centre…

Absorbent mats for urology theatres and wards
Whether you want to absorb blood, urine or irrigation fluid during…

Rising concerns over air pollution in city hospitals
If you are concerned about unsafe pollutions levels in your hospital…

8 useful tips for surgical instrument care
High quality surgical instruments can be an amazing…

Choosing absorbent mats for your labour ward
From amniotic fluid release to mild blood loss…

Poor quality instruments put patients at risk
Fears that contaminated surgical instruments are causing unnecessary…


Poor Air Quality in the Workplace: Is it Safe?
This week, Transport for London announced that it will be introducing…

Clean Air: The Smartest Addition To Your Business
Air pollution isn’t new, it’s something that most people…

Will Workplaces Change Forever Post-Covid-19 Pandemic?
As businesses begin to reopen and people return to work, the…

Face Masks & Beards: Will Corona Kill The Beard?
Facial hair has become a fashion staple in recent years. From…

Return To Work After Covid: Duty of Care & Sanitation
Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, there’s been a range of different…

Why PPE Must Really Protect
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic there is much being reported…

Air purifiers and Coronavirus (Covid-19)
High quality air purifiers can trap and remove a variety of airborne…

Micro Surgery Instruments: Micro Scissors, Forceps & Needle Holder Technology
When it comes to selecting micro instruments for your next instrument…

Are Stille SuperCut Scissors Really a Cut Above the Rest?
If you are a surgeon with an eye for excellent surgical instruments,…

5 UK Medical Museums Packed with History
If you are a medical professional with a fascination…

A Day in the Life of… an Area Account Manager
Ever wondered what a typical workday is like for a Cairn Technology…

The Best Metals and Materials for Surgical Instruments
Today’s high quality surgical instruments employ a wide range…

Surgical Instrument Discolouration Guide
What is Causing your Instrument Discolouration?
Light/Dark
Typical…

N20 exposure risks to liver & kidneys
Hospital employees working in areas where nitrous oxide is used…

Why Buying the Best Surgical Instruments Can Save You Money
It might sound counterintuitive: How can an instrument that costs…

Titanium micro instruments benefits
Titanium micro instruments offer several clear benefits for the…

Surgical instrument care and protection
At first, it might seem strange that instruments made from stainless…

Controlling the Spread of the Wuhan Novel Coronavirus
As the number of deaths caused by the Wuhan novel coronavirus…
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