New fabric may fight HAIs

Large health system to begin using uniforms made of a fabric designed to help fight pathogen transmission


Baptist Health became the first large health system to begin using uniforms made of a fabric designed to help fight pathogen transmission, according to an article on the Becker's Hospital Review website.

The fabric is fluid-repellent on the outside, which inhibits any splatter or spill of blood, bodily fluid or other substance from soaking through scrubs and touching the healthcare workers' skin. 

The fabric is also antimicrobial, preventing the growth of bacteria.

To take the level of protection for workers and patients one step further, Baptist Health plans to provide the technology to patients as well. A caregiver team helped design a line of patient garments, which will include a gown with the crossover in the back, or shorts and a top, which will be available to Baptist Health patients this fall.

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August 8, 2014


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