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Current season of acute respiratory diseases

As soon as temperatures fall and people spend more time indoors again, the number of acute respiratory diseases increases. Find out more about what the current trend in respiratory diseases means for the winter months.

Out now – DISINFACTS Green

In the special edition DISINFACTS Green we inform you about technical topics around hygiene and infection control. This time with a focus on sustainable working methods and products in the healthcare industry. Enjoy reading!

Highlights from ICPIC Symposium 2023

We have summarised the highlights of our Symposium “Surface disinfection in upheaval – How to find your way through the jungle of guidelines, resistance, and sustainability” for you. On our website you will find the video recordings of the presentations as well as the presentation slides.

Knowledge Database

The A-to-Z database provides information on each pathogen, the most common infections that it triggers, its main transmission paths and recommendations on disinfection. In the glossary, you will find explanations of infection control terms. Search now!

Hygiene Knowledge

Hand hygiene

Proper hand hygiene is of vital importance to effectively protect patients and staff against infections in healthcare settings. Learn about primary elements of hand hygiene, e.g. hand disinfection, skin care and the use of gloves and dispensers.

Surface hygiene

Clinically relevant pathogens often persist on inanimate surfaces for weeks or even months. Hence, surface disinfection and cleaning are part of the multi-barrier system for preventing healthcare-associated infections in healthcare settings. Read more.

Hygiene measures

For preventing healthcare-associated infections, it is imperative to consistently implement hygiene measures. Read more about standard precautions in infection control, modes of transmission and pathogen-specific hygiene measures.

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Expert Advice

We are happy to answer your questions about our products, application and compatibility. Our advice covers all topics related to disinfection, hygiene and infection control.

DISINFACTS

Our periodically published DISINFACTS offers well-founded and practical information on special topics related to hygiene and infection protection. The focus: new recommendations and regulations, studies, products, and background knowledge on diseases.

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In an interview with HARTMANN professor Ojan Assadian reflects on the current state of fighting HAIs and the challenges ahead.

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