FURNITURE AND FURNISHINGS ARTICLES
Infection control in community healthcare
The NHS is transforming how it delivers healthcare across the UK, with ambitious plans to establish a nationwide network of community health centres – bringing essential medical services closer to local communities. These community health hubs will provide a range of primary care services under one roof – from GP consultations to diagnostic testing and mental health support. Tony Huggins, managing director at David Bailey Furniture Systems, examines fitted furniture’s role in maintaining infection control in such settings, as well as creating an efficient, conducive, and appealing patient and staff environment.
Selecting surfaces that fulfil multiple needs
Given the ongoing need for healthcare providers to balance form with function when it comes to interior furnishings, surfaces are one such area where estate stakeholders can make efficiency gains, while also ensuring cleanability, antimicrobial protection, and durability, in line with rigorous standards. George Emms, Specification leader, UK & Ireland, at Wilsonart, sets out some of key considerations when specifying surfaces for the modern healthcare estate.
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