On Apic.org there is a discussion about keyboards in the hospital. They list out good practices for keeping keyboards clean in a hospital setting. We also have advice on this topic:

“Dear Lisa & Nancy,

The list you provided is an excellent summary of suggested procedures, however a fully-sealed keyboard should be used in patient rooms, care areas and OR suites so that organic matter and pathogens are blocked from entering the “under-key” areas of standard open keyboards.  These create impossible to clean propagation zones resulting in substantial cross-contamination risk even when following germicidal wipe-down procedures.  Fully sealed keyboards, mice and touchpads can be more completely disinfected with a “Spray-Wipe-Spray” method between patients or when sharing a mobile computer among rooms.

We work closely with infection control professionals every day to advise which sealed keyboards & mice are most appropriate for their specific medical or food safety application.  There are over 150 different waterproof keyboards for medical use in the market today ranging from $19 to $450 and it can be utterly bewildering.  To help you and EHR/IT professionals with their product research, we’ve condensed this into an organized list of the most appropriate models from the top 7 manufacturers of sanitary typing products on SaniType.com.  Contact our customer service team directly to get more information – they’ve advised most of the top hospital systems in 17 countries and counting.”

Are you in need of a wireless keyboard? Do you want to know if you require a radio frequency (RF) wireless device vs a Bluetooth wireless device? WetKeys.com can help you select the right waterproof wireless keyboard for your needs!

1. If your computer does not have a Bluetooth receiver and you are not looking to purchase extra equipment, a standard radio frequency (2.4 GHz) wireless is the way to go.

2. If you are looking for the lowest prices, a RF wireless keyboard will be the best value.

3. If you want a standard administrative style keyboard (made from plastic instead of silicone), you can find models using RF wireless but not Bluetooth at this time.

4. If you require having multiple units in a tight space (less than 30ft from each other) or connected to the same device , Bluetooth is your best fit because there will be no cross-interference.

5. If you require a built-in touchpad or a backlit keyboard, there are more options in RF wireless than in Bluetooth.

There are many great options on our website for those in need of a wireless keyboard. Make sure you pick one that best fits your needs. And don’t forget, you can clean our keyboards to help prevent cross-contamination. Another benefit for shopping at WetKeys!

The American Journal of Infection Control, the publication of APIC, has released a report citing that 15% of US nursing homes received citations for deficiency in infection control. The study used data from 2000-20007 and analyzed 96% of US nursing homes.

Lack of infection control – fostering an environment for infections- is the leading cause of mortality in nursing homes.

WETKEYS washable keyboards help infection control because they can be easily cleaned between users. This cuts down on cross-contamination. Help spread the word today on washable keyboards!

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released information on a new act that aims to improve healthcare. Some points from the National Quality Strategy are below:

• Better Care: Improve the overall quality, by making health care more patient-centered, reliable, accessible, and safe.
• Healthy People and Communities: Improve the health of the U.S. population by supporting proven interventions to address behavioral, social, and environmental determinants of health in addition to delivering higher-quality care.

• Affordable Care: Reduce the cost of quality health care for individuals, families, employers, and government.

APIC backed the resolution with its own response.

WETKEYS is helping provide a safer place for the healthcare industry. Our medical-grade, washable keyboards can be disinfected between users to cut down on HAIs. Not only can outfitting a hospital with our keyboards keep people healthier, it is a true cost-saver over time.

Visit WETKEYS.com today to see how our sanitary keyboards can help the healthcare industry today!

To all the medical professionals out there: It is time to SaniType your environment.

WETKEYS has created a new category of keyboard, perfect for those who require a sanitary working environment. The SaniType category makes it easy for you to pick from the keyboard that fits your needs best. All Sanitype keyboards are a cool gray, slick surfaced keyboard so you can see the dirt and easily disinfect the keyboard. And as you know, your office keyboard is dirtier than a toilet seat.

The Sanitype category also helps you make the most of the EHR budget because they are offered at the best price on the web.

Outfit your office today and start reaping the benefits of SaniType!

The CDC released a Vital Signs report stating that CLABSIs have declined in the ICU in 2009 compared to 2001. This is a step in the right direction. APIC.org also gave its response to the CDC’s Vital Signs report.

Although there has been improvement in the ICU, there is still much work to be done in the non-critical areas. WETKEYS.com products can help in these areas. Our Santiype products are designed for sanitary typing and can be cleaned between users. Together, we can make HAIs and CLABSIs a thing of the past!

WETKEYS partner Seal Shield has introduced a new iPad keyboard and case called the Silver Blue.

From the press release:

“The product has been designed specifically for healthcare and addresses infection control concerns over iPad use in hospital settings.

The Seal Shield SILVER BLUE(TM) keyboard is constructed of medical grade silicone, which is resistant to liquids including blood and bleach.”

This product is now available at a special introductory price of $84.95 at WETKEYS.com

Stop by and be the first to get it today!

Hello all,

It’s here! HIMSS ’11. Checkout WETKEYS partner Econo-Keys at HIMSS booth 4880.

Then stop by WETKEYS.com for the best deals on all Econo-Keys keyboards.

WETKEYS – your place to find the hottest HIMSS keyboards and mice, for less!

Hello all,

It’s here! HIMSS ’11. Checkout WETKEYS partner iKey at HIMSS booth 4878.

Then stop by WETKEYS.com for the best deals on all iKey keyboards.

WETKEYS – your place to find the hottest HIMSS keyboards and mice, for less!

Hello all,

It’s here! HIMSS ’11. Checkout WETKEYS partner Man & Machine at HIMSS booth 3631.

Then stop by WETKEYS.com for the best deals on all Man & Machine keyboards.

WETKEYS – your place to find the hottest HIMSS keyboards and mice, for less!