A novel textile material that keeps itself germ-free
Scientists have developed a novel weapon in the battle against deadly hospital-acquired infections — a textile that disinfects itself. And independent tests show it can reduce bacteria levels by more than 90 per cent. By incorporating the specially-engineered textile in a device designed to be used on hospital doors instead of the traditional aluminum door plate, that part of the door that people push to open it — they aim to bolster hand hygiene. …read more
