ICU in Hospitals Washing Their Hands of Sinks – Yes, Really!!!
Wexham Park Hospital in Slough has made headlines by removing sinks from its intensive care unit, and the results are remarkable.
Why? Beacause superbugs like MRSA thrive in damp environments, including drains and waste pipes.
The hospital’s “water safe” approach has already shown a reduction in hospital acquired infections, proving that traditional washing methods may be putting patients at risk.
The Problem: Water Bowls and Wastewater
As the BBC reported, nurses now wash patients in bed using plastic bowls and slow-running taps, carefully avoiding any water-borne splashes.
After each wash, they must carry away the waste water and wipes, disposing of them elsewhere. A time consuming process that still poses a contamination risk.
The Alternative: Nilaqua Eco Waterless Washing (Available on the NHS supply chain)
With Nilaqua’s waterless shampoos and body washes, there’s no need for taps, bowls or waste water. Just clean, comfortable and proven hygiene in seconds.
✔ Completely water free – no need to transport or dispose of used water
✔ Ideal for bed bound and high dependency patients
✔ Kind to skin and alcohol-free
✔ All over body use, including incontinence (no degrading of skin, barrier creams or harsh chemicals)
✔ Available via the NHS Supply Chain
Nilaqua makes patient washing faster, safer and easier. Supporting infection control and reducing the risk of water borne contaimination.
