in the total environment at Heartlands Hospital containing BioCoteҮ protected products, compared to the standard ward with no BioCote present. on the surfaces of BioCoteή protected products compared to non-protected products in the Heartlands Hospital facility. on the surface of non-protected products, alongside BioCote protected products found in the Heartlands Hospital facility, compared to non-protected products in the standard ward. > he environmental study was carried out by BioCote Ltd, in association with the Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust. It compares two out-patient wards, one at Heartlands Hospital, containing furniture and equipment with BioCoteή antimicrobial protection and one containing standard, untreated items. The products tested included blinds, tiles, door handles, light switches and sack holders. How does silver work? BioCote protected products contain silver, a natural antimicrobial, with a high e cacy against bacteria, mould and fungi. When micro-organisms come into contact with the silver, their ability to reproduce is inhibited and they die. >

ith fewer bacteria in the environment, it is logical that the risks of cross contamination and consequently the risks of patients being infected with superbugsђ, such as MRSA are reduced. BioCote protected products can complement hygiene practices, working in-between cleans to reduce levels of bacteria. The project facts The collaboration between the Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust and BioCote Ltd began in May 2006, when Heartlands Hospital was the rst in the UK to equip an out-patient facility with furniture and equipment that had BioCoteή antimicrobial protection.To make the study as...