Do you know how fast E.coli can travel?
Friday fun fact: Whipping their tails, E.coli can travel 25 times their own length in 1 second, equivalent to a horse running 135 miles per hour.
Tag infection control
Do your eyes sting when you go swimming?
The red, bloodshot eyes that people get after being in a swimming pool aren’t caused by chlorine, as thought — but by what happens when people urinate in the water. People weeing in the pool means the urine reacts with…
How much could a flu epidemic cost your business?
NHS bosses are warning we should be braced for a bad flu season. Wouldn’t it be great if you could do something to reduce germs and help prevent the spread of infection? Microshield can help. We work across a number…
What’s in your belly button?
Your belly button is overflowing with bacteria. In fact, there is so much bacteria in your belly button that you could be uniquely identified by the vomit-inducing ecosystem you’re harboring. Scientists identified 2,368 species of bacteria after swabbing the navels…
Is there someone in your office with a cough or cold?
When you cough germs can travel about 3 metres if you do not put your hand or a handkerchief over your nose and mouth. Think about all the items those droplets cover, especially in an office environment. Microshield can help…
Who uses Microshield?
This swab was taken from a door handle in an office: Anyone can use Microshield to improve hygiene & reduce cross contamination. Whilst cleaning makes everything look shiny, chances are – you’re simply moving bacteria from surface to surface. Inexpensive,…
How do you get Norovirus?
Norovirus – often known as the “winter vomiting” bug affects people of all ages. It is highly contagious & common in winter months. Norovirus spreads very easily in public places such as hospitals, nursing homes and schools. You can catch…
Is your salon taking their hygiene seriously?
We’re delighted to tell you that as well as Glasgow, Designer Waxing now have the most hygienically clean waxing salon in Edinburgh. The team at Designer Waxing ensure the highest possible standards – especially when it comes to looking after…
Is your child’s nursery as clean as it could be?
We work with Nurseries to help them achieve the highest levels of hygiene. Here’s a shot from our recent visit to Coconut Corner Childcare Centre in Glasgow. The team at Coconut Corner understand the importance of good hygiene practices as…
Are you prepared for winter flu & the costs to your business?
The figures from the ONS show that Britons were absent for an average of 4.3 days last year, with coughs and colds the most common cause followed by back pain. How much is that costing you business? Anyone can use…