That’s right! It’s almost upon us. IIPW 2010 runs Oct 17-23.

Check out the Kick Off Event on Oct 14!

Infection prevention is important to WETKEYS because preventing the spread of infection is just as important as treating an infection. The more we do to prevent infections, the healthier we can be as a society.

That is why WETKEYS offers great products like waterproof and washable keyboards at great low prices. So stop by WETKEYS.com today to get yours and make sure to check out IIPW 2010!

From the APIC.org:

“The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued new guidance on September 16 for preventing flu in healthcare settings. The new 17-page guide, which replaces previous CDC guidance for both seasonal influenza and the Interim Guidance on Infection Control Measures for 2009 H1N1 Influenza in Healthcare Settings, recommends the use of surgical masks rather than N-95 respirators when providing routine care for flu patients. Access the new CDC guidelines. “

Here is the entire CDC article.

Remember that a waterproof and washable keyboard can help cut down on infection rates. WETKEYS.com has a range of cleanable keyboards to fit any need. So stop on by our site today.

There was a great article from our friends at iKey today in regards to keyboard sanitation.

A major point from the article is that a public keyboard can contain more than 60 times more bacteria per square inch compared to a toilet seat. Not so fun to think about next time you are at that keyboard in the office.

WETKEYS makes waterproof and washable keyboards to fight this threat. We have wireless keyboards, flexible keyboards and more. So stop by WETKEYS.com today to get yours!

The WHO has some recommendations for the post-pandemic world.

A main point is to continue being hygienic – get vaccinations if you are a high-risk for disease individual.

Washing your hands regularly is also important.  But so is washing your keyboard.

WETKEYS has a great variety of keyboards for you, from a washable wireless keyboard to a flexible backlit keyboard.

So stop by WETKEYS.com today to get yours!

WETKEYS Introduces Seal Shield’s Second Generation Silicone Keyboards That Are Antimicrobial, Backlit, 100% Waterproof and Dishwasher Safe.

“The SEAL TOUCH GLOW 2™ has been created to help reduce the risk of worldwide cross contaminations, including H1N1, Norovirus and the “superbug,” MRSA.  Dr. Charles Gerba, University of Arizona, tested numerous common touch surfaces and found keyboards to be a major bacteria harbor with 400 times more bacteria than the average toilet. Unlike any other keyboards, the Seal Shield™ SEAL TOUCH GLOW 2™ combines Seal Shield™ waterproof technology and SILVER SEAL™ technology for antimicrobial protection of the product, making it dishwasher safe and resistant to mold, mildew and odor causing bacteria. “

To read the entire release, click Here

For all your backlit keyboard, waterproof keyboard or more needs, check out WETKEYS.com

What would you guess is one of the dirtiest surfaces out there? The toilet seat? Wrong. It’s your office keyboard.

This article on Fox explains (checkout #2) the dirtiest surfaces you encounter.

Luckily, WETKEYS is here to rectify the situation. All of our keyboards are waterproof and washable so you can clean them whenever you want.  No more dirty surface!

We have keyboards for many needs. We have wireless, flexible, back-lit and even more types keyboards.

So stop by our site today and pick up your hygienic keyboard.

This was written by the Lexington Herald Leader today regarding the name change of HAIs:

...What's more, HAIs (hospital acquired infections) are common enough in all health-care settings, not just hospitals, to warrant a name change. They are now recognized by the Centers for Disease Control as "health care associated infections." The name change may seem innocuous, or perhaps a bit defensive on the part of hospitals sensitive to public relations. But on a deeper level, it's disturbing that rather than defeat the infection threat, we've renamed it to capture its expanding footprint.

To read the entire article, click Here

It is imperative that you urge hospitals to reduce the amount of healthcare associated infections. A product like the one we produce can do just that. Our keyboards and mice can be disinfected between users and vastly reduce that amount of cross-containmenation.

So visit WETKEYS.com today to check out what we can do to help in this push and let's live in a healthier society!

The Cintas Corporation released the results of a survey it conducted on infection preventionists.

Here is a segment of the article:

CINCINNATI, Aug 25, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Cintas Corporation /quotes/comstock/15*!ctas/quotes/nls/ctas (CTAS 25.58, +0.38, +1.51%) today announced the results of an attendee survey conducted at the recent APIC 2010 conference. The survey was designed to better understand the relationship between infection prevention department and environmental services (EVS) in controlling hospital-acquired infections. The survey was completed by 100 infection control personnel.

Results showed that 79 percent of respondents indicated they work closely with the EVS department to establish cleaning protocols and ensure compliance. An additional 73 percent of respondents advised they were also involved in the selection of the cleaning products used within their facility.

“Infection preventionists play a pivotal role in limiting the spread of bacteria and viruses in a healthcare environment,” said Brent Shafer, VP Healthcare at Cintas. “By working closely with the EVS department, they can be a proponent for EVS to gain additional financial resources. This helps to improve overall levels of cleanliness, reducing cross contamination and infection.”

To read the entire article, click Here

WETKEYS is leading the way in infection prevention by producing products that are waterproof and washable, so they can be cleaned between users. To get your waterproof keyboard, stop by our site.

Hospitals need to be extremely stable environments, and strict hygiene protocols are enforced at all times to maintain an uncompromised test center.

WETKEYS vendor, iKey, makes keyboards that are designed with disinfection in mind. The durable rubber can withstand bleach cleaning or a pressure wash. Low-profile keys and a completely sealed design make cleaning a quick and efficient process – simply wipe or spray down the site.

WETKEYS recommends: iKey medical input devices for all your hospital keyboard needs.

iKey Medical… input iKey, output Prevention!

Liability costs go down. At least, according to This Study by the University of Michigan Health System.

The Wall St. Journal reported this article yesterday and it has some interesting facts. Even though the hospital would admit and compensate for mistakes, lawsuits declined and overall liability costs did too.

The healthcare system can lower its costs even further by implementing WETKEYS washable keyboards and mice.

All of our medical grade equipment is waterproof and can be cleaned between users. This helps prevent hospital spread infections. When you lower unneccessary infections, you lower the overall cost of healthcare.

You can get your washable keyboard by stopping by our site.