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HLAC Advises on Measures to Reduce Transmission of COVID-19
HLAC Advises on Measures to Reduce Environmental Transmission of ...
HLAC Marks 19 Years of Excellence: Advancing Healthcare Laundry Accreditation
HLAC Marks 19 Years of Excellence: Advancing Healthcare Laundry ...
Microbiologic Sampling of Healthcare Linens
HLAC offers third-party certification of laundry facilities’ linen processes which includes facilities to implement routine microbiological and yeast/mold testing on its products.
Navigating the Intersection Where Healthcare Laundry and Infection Prevention Meet
The healthcare textile is the one common factor of every patient experience in their hospital or long-term facility encounter. Every patient’s skin will touch a sheet, towel, bed pad, washcloth, bedspread, or blanket. Not every patient will have physical contact with a physician, nurse or other clinician.
HLAC Names New Executive Director
PLAINFIELD, IL – April 14, 2022 – The Healthcare Laundry Accreditation Council (HLAC) has named Kristen (Krissy) Thayer Executive Director, effective April 18. Thayer will replace longtime Executive Director Regina Baras, who has served in the role for almost 11 years and who is voluntarily stepping down.
Managing Pharmaceutical Waste: What Healthcare Laundry Facilities Need to Know
Your clients should have a robust pharmaceutical waste management program!