INFECTION PREVENTION

Cleaning and Disinfecting Surgical Instruments

Surgical instruments and other reusable devices must be effectively reprocessed so they are safe and functional for patient use. Before an instrument can go through sterilization or high-level disinfection, it must be cleaned. To ensure quality outcomes for the patient, the... Read More

STERIS dust barrier in healthcare facility

Dust Containment System

Airtight dust control barrier does not disturb existing structural components, installed and removed by a trusted name in infection prevention... Read More

What is Infection Prevention

Infection Prevention in Healthcare

Infection Prevention and Control in Healthcare

Most healthcare facilities have an infection preventionist who is an expert on preventing the spread of disease. This person, or an infection control team, work to reduce the risk of contagious...

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What is Medical Device Reprocessing?

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), disinfection and sterilization are essential to ensuring that medical devices and instruments do not transmit infectious pathogens to patients. Following industry guidelines and best practices for medical device reprocessing helps to... Read More