Xstream Infection Control Uk LTD

the enemy. bacteria are gram+ positive or gram-negative based on reactions to the differential gram staining technique. examples of g+: bacillus, , staphylococcus, enterococcus, micrococcus, listeria and streptococcus spp. examples of g-: pseudomonas, escherichia, legionella, salmonella, enterobacter and helicobacter. common household names are, mrsa, mssa, c-diff and sepsis. the problem bacteria that cause hospital acquired infections (hai’s or nosocomial infections) are attributed to “antibiotic-resistant species” or “the superbugs". the airborne transmissions of viruses, bacteria, fungal spores, and other bio-aerosols are equally of major concern. the destruction of these superbugs is critical not only to save lives but also to reduce the costs of ward closures, deep cleaning etc. and costs to treat can run into the £000’s, plus costs to compensate. infections are the highest risks associated with transplant surgery or joint replacements. methods for disinfecting beds, tables