Hospital environmental disinfection has changed very little since the days of Florence Nightingale. While medicine and technology have advanced dramatically, many hospitals still rely on cloths, wipes, mops, and harsh chemicals to clean rooms, floors, and equipment. These traditional methods often leave high-touch surfaces vulnerable to harmful bacteria and viruses.
The Global Impact of HAIs
According to the World Health Organization:
| Statistic | Numbers & Impact |
|---|---|
| Global daily HAI cases | 500,000 people |
| Annual global deaths | 16 million |
| Annual cases in Australia | 200,000 |
| Cost to Australian healthcare | $2 billion |
These infections can prolong patient stays, increase treatment costs, and create additional workload for healthcare staff.
Limitations of Current Disinfection Methods
Many hospitals are turning to advanced disinfection technologies, but challenges remain. Hydrogen peroxide vapour systems, for example, can take up to two hours including setup time, and rooms cannot be used immediately after treatment. Manual cleaning may also miss small but critical areas where pathogens can survive.
How MUVi UV-C Disinfection Improves Efficiency
MUVi UV-C disinfection offers a faster, safer, and more effective solution:
- Disinfects a small patient room in as little as 10 minutes
- Usable between patient turnovers without workflow disruption
- Chemical-free process leaves no residue
- Proven effective against MRSA, Acinetobacter, E. coli, CRE, VRE, and C. difficile
By integrating MUVi UV-C disinfection into routine cleaning, hospitals can significantly reduce infection rates, protect patients and staff, and cut costs associated with preventable infections.
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