The group APIC.org has added to its original “Targeting Zero” campaign which is aiming to eliminate healthcare associated infections.

The new initiative is “I Believe in Zero CLABSIs.” Central line associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) were shown to be preventable in 2003 in the Michigan Hospital Association Keystone Project.

WETKEYS.com is also helping “Target Zero” by providing consumers with waterproof/disinfectable keyboards. Our products can be cleaned between users to cut down on cross-contamination. Stop by our site and get yours today!

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The CDC wrote a nice piece on the importance of implementing cleaning programs for “high touch” areas. This means places like keyboard terminals where the general public shares the same keyboard with everyone else. Here is a clip from the article:

“In view of the evidence that transmission of many healthcare acquired pathogens (HAPs) is related to contamination of near-patient surfaces and equipment, all hospitals are encouraged to develop programs to optimize the thoroughness of high touch surface cleaning as part of terminal room cleaning at the time of discharge or transfer of patients. ”

We encourage everyone to read the entire article on Evaluating Environmental Cleaning in regards to high touch areas.

You can also visit WETKEYS.com to get your personal waterproof and disinfectable keyboard so you can implement a personal cleaning plan just like the CDC recommends for hospitals.

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!

Laboratories 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 medical keyboard needs.

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The APIC has launched an initiative called Targeting Zero.

Targeting Zero is an effort to eliminate all healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). The goal is bold but possible.

WETKEYS is aiding the effort by producing washable and disinfectable keyboards and mice. Any hospital that equipped itself with our keyboards would be able to disinfect them between users. This could cut down on HAIs dramatically. And reducing and eliminating HAIs is something we all deserve and should demand.

So help WETKEYS and the APIC in Targeting Zero by asking more from your healthcare system. You can become a WETKEYS affiliate today and spread the word!

That is the question. Do you?

There is now legislation proposed to help prevent this.

The New York Times Says:

“A new poll shows that most Americans support proposed legislation requiring companies to offer at least seven days of paid sick leave, reports the Economix blog.”

You can read the entire article Here

By going to work sick you could be harming your co-workers. Luckily, WETKEYS products are waterproof and disinfectable so you can clean them between users.

We have the most washable keyboards around, some are even world firsts.

So stop by our site today to get yours.

As we continue into the digital age, we will be changing the way we handle pandemics (like swine flu).

For the article about this from the AP, click Here

We will use Apps on our smart phones to see where the diseases are and hopefully limit the outbreak.

Very interesting stuff.

WETKEYS also helps limit outbreaks by making washable and disinfectable keyboards and mice. Our products can be cleaned after each use to help keep the user healthy.

So stop on by our site today to get yours.

Hello friends,

We’ve come along way since the start of last year. In 2009, to decrease your spending, we cut the cost of our products.

In 2010, playing off America’s State of the Union, WETKEYS is concerned about health reform.

We want to keep you healthy and out of the hospitals, that is why all of our products are washable and disinfectable. This will help keep your healthcare costs down!

And as we move through 2010, WETKEYS will unveil new products and promotions.

So stay tuned, America.

As promised, more from Google.org

If you are concerned with keeping tabs on where the flu is around the world, Google.org has a map for that. This is great for anyone traveling. You can see how the flu is affecting the region you are traveling to.

Maybe you are not traveling anytime soon. You can also look at the state you live in to check up on flu activity.

Overall, this site is a great way to stay informed on the flu this season.

After checking Google.org, jump over to WETKEYS.com and check out our full line of disinfectable keyboards and mice. We have medical grade keyboards, industrial keyboards, keyboards for travel and more. Plus, our products will help keep you healthy all season long.

Don’t be concerned about the flu. Fight back! Get WETKEYS products today.

Are you wondering how to track the flu?

Well Google has developed a flu tracking site for anyone interested. This is a ground breaking site that will help keep track flu.

Google released this article on the matter:

“How does this work?

We’ve found that certain search terms are good indicators of flu activity. Google Flu Trends uses aggregated Google search data to estimate current flu activity around the world in near real-time.”

To read the full article click Here.

To see the full Google site go to this URL: www.google.org

It is important to be aware on where flu outbreaks are occurring to help keep you healthy.

Moreover, WETKEYS keyboards and mice can help reduce your chances of catching the flu. Our products are fully disinfectable and washable.  Get yours today!

There will be more to come featuring this awesome new site.