Evolution of QACs generation

Risk of Hepatitis through old generation disinfection protocols & maximizing ROI with next generation disinfectants

In today's healthcare environment, Hepatitis remains a significant threat. Maintaining gold-standard hygiene is crucial for preventing the spread of serious infections like Hepatitis and fostering a safe environment for patients and staff. However, healthcare facilities face a challenge in balancing this critical need for hygiene with the increasing cost of disinfection.

Understanding the Hepatitis threat!

Hepatitis presents a persistent challenge within healthcare settings. While various Hepatitis strains exist (A, B, C, D, & E), each with distinct transmission routes and severity levels, Hepatitis C poses the greatest concern in hospital environments.

Data from the World Health Organization (WHO) highlights the significant global public health challenge posed by viral hepatitis. An estimated 71 million people are infected with chronic Hepatitis B infection, with the disease claiming roughly 400,000 lives annually.

This is due to the potential for transmission through blood and other bodily fluids, posing a significant risk to healthcare workers and patients.

Let's delve into some facts about the risk of Hepatitis in the healthcare sector.

Persistence: Hepatitis C virus can survive on surfaces from a few hours up to a few weeks, increasing the risk of transmission. [1]

High death rate: In 2022 alone, an estimated 1.3 million individuals succumbed to chronic hepatitis B and C, equating to approximately 3,500 deaths daily.

Occupational hazard: Healthcare workers are at increased risk of Hepatitis C through occupational exposure. Doctors have the highest risk of exposure which is up to 95%.

The challenges in traditional disinfection

Traditional disinfection practices in hospitals may fall short in addressing the Hepatitis threat effectively:

  • Multiple Products: Managing various disinfectants for different pathogens, including Hepatitis, leads to inventory challenges and potential human errors, increasing the risk of spreading harmful infections
  • Training Complexities: Educating staff on multiple products and their specific use against Hepatitis drains valuable time and resources.
  • Insufficient Contact Time: Many disinfectants require extended contact times to effectively inactivate Hepatitis viruses, leading to prolonged turnover times in critical areas like operating rooms (OTs) and intensive care units (ICUs).
  • Inefficacy in challenging environments: Many traditional disinfectants struggle to maintain efficacy in the presence of high levels of organic matter, such as blood and bodily fluids, commonly found in healthcare settings.
  • Surface damage concerns: Many traditional disinfectants can be harsh on surfaces, leading to deterioration and increased maintenance costs over time.

While these facts highlight the severity of the threat, current disinfection practices can be time-consuming and can also place a significant strain on budgets.

By reducing product application frequency and staff training time, 2-in-1 disinfectants can clean and disinfect to deliver the best return on investment (ROI) for healthcare facilities seeking a cost-effective approach to combat Hepatitis and other healthcare-associated infections. Bioguard can save you up to 60-90% cost while improving patient safety.

Bioguard's 2-in-1 solution: A game-changer in Hepatitis prevention

Bioguard's disinfectant solution effectively tackles these challenges, demonstrating a strength in preventing the spread of Hepatitis.

  • Simplified Protocols: A single product effective against multiple pathogens, including various Hepatitis viruses, streamlines inventory management.
  • Streamlined Training: Staff training becomes significantly easier with a single product, two dilutions, and three applications, all effective against Hepatitis.
  • Rapid Disinfection: Bioguard's disinfectant is sufficient to inactivate Hepatitis viruses, expediting OT and ICU turnovers. This efficiency can potentially accommodate additional procedures, generating extra revenue.
  • Safer, Effective Disinfection: A product free from harmful VOCs promotes a safer working environment, encouraging consistent and proper application, ultimately leading to improved hygiene practices.

Increased efficiency for maximum ROI

The adoption of a 2-in-1 disinfectant can lead to a direct increase in hospital efficiency. Reduced disinfection time at the critical areas such as OTs and ICUs can be turned around more quickly, allowing frequent use. For instance, if the downtime of an OT is reduced by just 30 minutes, it can accommodate one extra minor surgery per day. Over a month, this could result in significant additional revenue.

Let’s consider the financial impact: if a hospital can perform one extra surgery each day due to reduced downtime, and each surgery generates revenue of INR 50,000 to 100,000, the monthly additional revenue could range from INR 1.5 million to 3 million.

This substantial increase in revenue, coupled with the savings from reduced product usage and inventory costs, highlights the significant financial benefits.

The dual disinfectant action of Bioguard’s cleaning solutions

Bioguard’s cleaning and disinfection solutions have the advantages of a 2-in-1 disinfectant, offering powerful disinfection capabilities to ensure hospital environments remain safe and hygienic.

As the healthcare industry evolves, strategic use of 2-in-1 disinfectants like Bioguard becomes crucial for both clinical outcomes and economic success.

Discover the exceptional characteristics of Bioguard disinfectant solutions:

  • Cutting-edge Biochem Formulation: Powered by the latest generation of QACs, Bioguard disinfectants effectively combat viruses and spores.
  • Excellence in Manufacturing: Trusted by healthcare professionals, Bioguard products are meticulously formulated to meet the highest industry standards, utilized in over 25,000 healthcare settings globally.
  • Proven Efficiency: Independently tested and certified to meet EN gold standards, ensuring reliable performance in real-world conditions
  • Powerful & Efficient: Combining robust cleaning and disinfection capabilities, Bioguard products effectively eliminate bioburden in high-soiling environments.
  • Dual Action: Featuring a unique compound for superior cleaning and disinfection efficacy against a wide spectrum of pathogens, including bacteria and viruses.
  • Versatile Application: Safe for use on a variety of surfaces, including fabrics and furnishings, providing comprehensive environmental decontamination.
  • Safety & Eco-friendliness: Thoroughly tested for safety and environmental impact, Bioguard disinfectants are eco-friendly and pose no harm to users.
  • Cost-effectiveness: Achieves dual-action disinfection, reducing the need for multiple products and offering up to 40% more dilutions per liter, resulting in significant time and cost savings.
  • Enhanced Packaging: Utilizes HDPE packaging to ensure product integrity and ease of application, enhancing overall effectiveness.

In the ongoing battle against Hepatitis and other healthcare-associated infections, Bioguard's 2-in-1 disinfectant solution offers a powerful weapon.

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