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1 death every 5 minutes. Every day. Every year.

Health care-associated infections claim nearly 99,000 lives annually in the US, yet they rarely make headlines or trigger emergency responses.

The same statistics have been cited for nearly two decades. But experts warn the real burden may be far greater, driven by evolving pathogens, biofilm persistence, and data that hasn't kept pace with the problem.

Are we underestimating a silent endemic? Take a read 👇

HAIs Are the Silent Endemic: Why the Numbers Don’t Add Up | Infection Control Today Health care–associated infections (HAIs) remain underestimated, driven by evolving pathogens, environmental reservoirs, and biofilm persistence. Experts argue outdated data and overreliance on hand hygiene obscure the true, growing burden of preventable infections.

Infection prevention isn’t one product—it’s a system.

At PerfectCLEAN, we support healthcare teams with solutions that prioritize safety, efficiency, and consistency across every touchpoint.

From daily care to high-risk procedures, we’re here to help you do it right.

Not all gloves serve the same purpose—and using the wrong type can increase the risk of infection.

Swipe through for a quick breakdown your team can actually use.

Three healthcare stories stood out to us this month, each pointing to a different but connected challenge: operational clarity, antimicrobial resistance, and public trust.

From overlooked shared equipment in hospitals, to the urgent need for new antibiotics, to the growing consequences of vaccine hesitancy, these are the kinds of issues shaping infection prevention and healthcare strategy right now.

Read through the carousel for a quick recap, then dive into the full articles for deeper context.

Which of these issues feels most urgent to you right now?

Worth a read: this article from Infection Control Today breaks down which 2026 wellness trends may actually support infection prevention and which ones belong more in the hype category.

It's a practical conversation for facility decision-makers, infection prevention teams, and EVS leaders who are trying to separate strong ideas from strong evidence. That same mindset drives the way we think about advanced solutions at PerfectCLEAN.

Read the Q&A here: https://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/view/wellness-vs-science-2026-what-actually-prevents-infections-what-s-just-hype

Some tools earn their place by doing more than one job well.

PerfectCLEAN Fringe Mops combine damp mopping and dust mopping in one versatile solution, making them a smart choice for lightly soiled floors and fast-moving facility workflows. Designed for performance on surfaces like hardwood and kitchen floors, they help teams clean efficiently without compromising results.

Contact PerfectCLEAN to learn how Fringe Mops fit into a high-performance cleaning system.

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Designed with the pace of hospitality food service in mind, the STRIPES Wiper & Towels delivers performance where cleanliness and presentation matter most.

🔬 Developed for leading resort hotel brands

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They’re touched constantly by staff, patients, and visitors, but cleaned far less often than other high-touch surfaces. Research shows curtains can become contaminated with harmful bacteria in just a few days,.

CPULL is the remedy. Our latest blog breaks down:

🦠 Why privacy curtains create a hidden infection-prevention challenge
✋ How frequent hand-to-fabric contact spreads microbes
🪟 Why traditional curtain protocols fall short operationally
🏨 How CPULL offers a simple, cost-saving way to reduce contamination without adding labor

Read the full article:
https://perfectclean.com/posts/hospital-curtain-infection-prevention-c-pull

Infection prevention is constantly evolving. It's driven by policy, public trust, and the dedicated professionals leading the response.

This week’s reads explore:
🔹 Lingering RSV symptoms in adults
🔹 The publics trust in the CDC
🔹 If sterile gloves are needed in low-risk surgery

📖 Dive into the full stories and stay informed.

Learn about lingering RSV symptoms with JAMA: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2844146

Review the poll results with Healthcare Purchasing News: https://www.hpnonline.com/regulatory/news/55356283/poll-finds-public-trust-in-cdc-at-its-lowest-point-since-start-of-covid-19-pandemic

Dive into sterile vs clean gloves with Infection Control Today: https://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/view/clean-vs-sterile-low-risk-surgery-rethinking-infection-risk-surgical-costs "

In hospitality, cleanliness isn’t just expected. It’s remembered and acted upon.

🏨 Guests may not notice every detail, but they feel the difference
✨ Clean, polished spaces build trust and comfort
🔁 Consistency drives repeat visits and long-term loyalty

At PerfectCLEAN, we help hospitality teams create environments that look clean and leave a lasting impression.