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Skin Deep Isn't Cheap
Proper use, efficiency and economy go hand-in-hand for scrub products.
Patricia Ball, RN, CIC

Hand hygiene products such as soaps, brushless and water-aided scrubs and waterless alcohol-based rubs are both key to preventing patient infections and a disposable supply cost. The expense adds up: How many employees clean their hands before, during and after procedures and how many times do they do it during the day, month and year?

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