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Our Antimicrobial Shirt provides zippers to allow for upper, lower or full arm access, and is designed to prevent and reduce the risk of contamination, while providing comfort and convenience for chemotherapy and dialysis treatments.

https://vytisshield.com/products/
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Study shows "sinks in patient rooms are associated with a higher number of HAIs per patient-day in the ICU."

Vytis Shield's Organic Drain Booster uses an organic non-pathogenic microbial process to break down the grime and keep drains flowing without the use of harsh chemicals. Safe for sewers, septic systems and to use near children and pets.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37308060/ #:~:text=Background%3A%20Sinks%20in%20hospitals%20are,non%2Doutbreak%20settings%20remains%20unclear.

What germs are your children touching in the classroom?
1. Staphylococcus aureus
2. E.coli
3. Klebsiella pneumonia
4. Streptococcus
5. Salmonella
6. Influenza
7. Norovirus
8. C. difficile

Most common germs in the gym and how long can they survive on surfaces:
1. Staphylococcus aureus - up to 24 hours
2. MRSA - hours to weeks
3. Common cold - 24 to 48 hours
4. Ringworm - up to 18 months on dry surfaces and 1 year on moist surfaces
5. Athlete's foot - months to years

#1 New Year's Resolution for 2024?? Getting into shape. Hitting the gym also means touching and breathing in the germs that can last on surfaces for hours to days to weeks. Blood, sweat, hands and saliva are the top contributors for spreading pathogens in a fitness environment. Yuck, right? Make sure you are wiping down all equipment before and after each use with cleanser and microfiber cloth. Or better yet, ask your gym if they would be interested in treating everything that is touched and all of the floors with Vytis Shield antimicrobial coatings. Our proprietary coatings protect surfaces from microbes by 99% for up to one year, so all of the equipment you touch is protected even between cleanings.

Did you know that surfaces should be CLEANED before they are disinfected? Dust, dirt, oils and contaminants adhere to surfaces making it harder for chemicals to get to and kill germs. When choosing cleaning supplies for your home, consider this and make sure you wipe all surfaces down with a cleanser before following it up with a disinfectant. Also, make sure to read the directions before using any cleansers or disinfectants to make sure that you use it according to it's label and that it is safe for the surfaces you are treating.

Know someone struggling with high blood pressure? A new groundbreaking procedure is now available in Arlington, Virginia, through AKA Virginia Hospital Center.

https://www.vhchealth.org/news-publications/press-releases/2024/vhc-health-performs-regions-first-groundbreaking-procedure/

The Daisy Foundation honors nurses in memory of J. Patrick Barnes.

Nominate a nurse who has provided exceptional care with compassion through the link provided below:

https://www.daisyfoundation.org/daisy-award/thank-your-nurse-nomination

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Nominate a Nurse | DAISY Foundation Say Thank You to Your Nurse! Nominate Them for The DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nurses! Thank you for taking the time to nominate your nurse! Below you can choose the healthcare facility where your nurse works and access the online form. Your expression of gratitude is so important to your nurse ...

Take some time today to talk with your family about germs this flu season. Practicing good hygiene by washing hands regularly, sneezing into your elbow and wiping down surfaces, are just a few ways we can help prevent spreading viruses to others. Spending a few minutes helping your family to think about how viruses move in their environment and where we are unintentionally picking them up and bringing them home could go a long way to preventing sickness.
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Wishing a Happy Hanukkah to our customers, friends and Vytis Shield family! We hope you experience a peaceful celebration and we are praying for all of the family's affected by what is going on in Israel.

How does the CDC determine when to anticipate another surge of Covid? Wastewater testing showed a surge in the detection of Covid in water samples, after the holidays in 2022, as students headed back to school in August of 2022 and again following this year's Thanksgiving and heading into the holiday's.

CDC’s National Wastewater Surveillance System Learn how wastewater surveillance can provide an early warning of disease spread in communities.