Hong King bed linen probe finds multiple issues

Investigation of the fungal infection of public hospital bed linen has identified lapses in almost every stage of the laundry process


A probe of the fungal infection of public hospital bed linen has identified lapses in almost every stage of the laundry process, according to an article on the South China Morning Post website.

The workshop was like a dusty and stuffy prison and the amount of fungus found in the samples was simply "frightening", a veteran microbiologist leading the probe, said in the article.

The panel detected fungus at the washing, drying and ironing stages, as none of the processes were carried out at the required high temperatures. 

The bed sheets were packaged when they were still moist and warm, which could nurture fungus growth. Starch powder used in washing was stored next to rubbish bins. 

Read the article.

 

 



August 18, 2015


Topic Area: Industry News


Recent Posts

Reframing the Construction Manager as a Community Manager

Managers must work with patients, community residents and other interested parties to ensure a smooth, successful construction projects


Health First Celebrates 'Topping Off' Ceremony for New Cape Canaveral Hospital Campus

Construction is slated to finish by the end of 2026 or early 2027.


The University of Hawai'i Cancer Center Caught Up in Cyberattack

Investigations are still ongoing to assess other sensitive information that may have been impacted.


Mature Dry Surface Biofilm Presents a Problem for Candida Auris

Multiple methods are described in the literature, but no consensus has been reached for disinfection efficacy tests against biofilms.


Sutter Health's Arden Care Center Officially Opens

With an adaptive reuse of an underutilized office building, the 70,000 square-foot facility was renovated to meet current healthcare standards.


 
 


FREE Newsletter Signup Form

News & Updates | Webcast Alerts
Building Technologies | & More!

 
 
 


All fields are required. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.