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EBOS WA Warehouse Expansion

page 3Tuffie 5 at Mercy Hospital Mount Lawley

page 4 New Tuffie Reusable Pack

page 5Cutan Skin Sanitisers

page 6Clinical evidence points to Medihoney. New range for the management of stalled wounds

page 7Vortex in ED at Royal Melbourne Hospital & at Royal Childrens Hospital

page 8,9Allersearch - Asthma and Allergy Care

page 10Bedfont NOBreath® FENO Tester - Gold Standard in Asthma Management

page 11Eschmann Operating Tables

page12Conference News

page 13EBOS Introduces the Vernacare Kidney Dish

page 15Royal Award for the Vernacare Washbowl

page 16Don’t miss our Specials

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2011Issue #1

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2 EBOS Healthcare Hospital Division. For more information please Phone: 1800 269 534 or Email: [email protected]

With the growth of EBOS Healthcare in WA came the need for a larger sales force and warehouse operation.

On April 1st, EBOS Healthcare took its final step in becoming a leading supplier to the WA healthcare industry with the additional appointments of dedicated Aged Care and Primary key account managers, as well as the opening of

a new warehouse in Welshpool.

With well structured hospital and infection prevention divisions already established, EBOS healthcare are idealy placed to support the growing needs of the WA market over the coming years.

Local warehousing, distribution, training and support are vital in maintaining our high standards of service to the hospital market, covering a range of products that include Eschmann theatre

tables and accessories, Sterilization products and the increasingly popular Vernacare macerator system.

For further details, please contact your local Hospital Key Account Manager, Steven Howell on 0414 355 440.

to our first edition of Healthlines for Hospitals, your quarterly update of industry news, new product launches and specials from EBOS Healthcare.

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With a ‘single contact point’ business model and distribution centres covering all of Australia, we are well positioned to service our clients requirements in respect of capital items and consumable products.

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HEALTLINES ISSUE #1

Mercy Hospital Mount Lawley, Perth is utilising the latest innovation in infection prevention to dramatically reduce the risk of cross infection.

The 244 bed hospital, a division of Mercy Care, has adopted the Vernacare Tuffie 5 cleaning and disinfecting wipes to control a recent outbreak of Norovirus on a rehabilitation ward.

Tuffie 5 is an all-in-one cleaning and disinfecting wet wipe that eradicates the five major groups of pathogens, including Clostridium Difficile, Norovirus and MRSA amongst many others. It is also certified to be effective against the H1N1 (swine flu) virus and the newly identified NDM-1 superbug.

In September 2010, prior to introducing Tuffie 5 at Mercy Hospital, an outbreak of Norovirus affected 19 of 24 patients (70%) and 30% of staff on the ward. When a second outbreak occurred during October the traditional chlorine solution based cleaning regime was replaced with Tuffie 5 wipes, which were used to clean all hard surfaces and equipment. In comparison to the previous outbreak the impact on the spread of infection was dramatic, achieving a 65% reduction in transmission rates among patients and an 84% reduction in the spread of infection among staff.

In addition, a subsequent single case of C. Diff was swiftly contained by adopting a Tuffie 5 cleaning protocol, and there was no transmission of infection beyond the rehabilitation ward.

“ We were very impressed by the performance of the Tuffie 5 wipes in controlling and reducing the transmission of infection”,

said Lucille Ridley, Manager Infection Control for Mercy Hospital.

“ This is helping us to achieve the best possible standards of hygiene to promote patient and staff safety. In addition, the wipes are proving popular as they save time spent by the cleaning staff in preparing chlorine disinfecting solutions.”

Tuffie 5 begins to work instantly on contact, with industry tests showing that its disinfecting properties are long-lasting - continuing to work for 12 hours after the initial cleaning has taken place.

“Tuffie 5 has been heralded as a major step forward in infection control”,

said Steven Howell, Key Account Manager for EBOS Healthcare, Vernacare’s sole supply partner in Australia and New Zealand.

“We are confident that this powerful cleaning and disinfecting wet wipe will be at the forefront of strategies to combat Norovirus, C. Diff, MRSA and other hospital acquired infections.”

Vernacare has recently reduced the cost of its Tuffie 5 wipes by introducing new ‘greener’ space-saving flexible canisters and refill packs for wall mount dispensers – reducing packaging waste by 70% versus traditional tubs.

“ By using significantly less packaging we reduce both manufacturing and transport costs, meaning we can pass that financial saving on to customers”,

added Steven Howell.

“ Customers also consume less packaging and can fold the cartons flat to reduce the cost and environmental impact of waste management.”

A unique single wipe dispensing mechanism and simple closing lid have been designed into both wall-mounted dispenser and flexible canister, helping to prevent both over usage and wipes drying out. With minimal hand contact, refill packs can be easily loaded into the dispenser, helping to avoid cross contamination.

Tuffie 5 at Mercy Hospital Mount Lawley

Clean & disinfect with one easy to use wipe savingnurse time and costSafe to use on all surfaces and equipment, reducingthe costs associated with damaged equipmentScientifically tested to British & European standardsAlcohol & Chlorine free providing a safe to use wipewhich is also kind to the environmentTests show disinfecting properties continue to workafter initial cleaning improving infection prevention

Pathogen Tests completed

1) Spores EN 13704

2) Bacteria EN1276, EN12054 & EN13727

3) Mycobacterium EN14348

4) Yeasts & Fungi EN1650, EN1275 & EN13264

5) Viruses EN14476 & EN14466Scientifically

tested

How do you clean and disinfect with Tuffie 5?

Tuffie 5 wipes are scientifically tested to quicklyclean and disinfect. The generous sized wipeprovides ample coverage to wipe down surfaces,equipment and non invasive medical devices.Just wipe the surface with the pre-impregnated wipeand discard. The Tuffie 5 solution starts to workstraight away and tests show the product continuesto work against pathogens after 12 hours*.

* A copy of all test data is available upon request.

Tuffie 5 the SKIN SAFE cleaning anddisinfecting wipe which eradicates all majorpathogen groups including:

Mycobacterium terraeMRSAClostridium difficile Candida albicans Norovirus


NEW Tuffie Flexible Pack SAVE MONEY without compromising on quality, with the new Tuffie environmentally friendly flexible packaging.

Up to 30% cost saving70% less packaging waste Single wipe dispenserEasy close lidSaves space

Available in the following formats:

Tuffie 5 WipesMulti-surface sporicidal wipes which eradicate all majorpathogen groups.

Tuffie Detergent WipesMulti-surface cleaning wipes perfect for areas where generalcleanliness is required quickly and efficiently.

Wipes DispenserWall-mounted dispensers save space in crowded areas byremoving tubs and buckets from cluttered surfaces.

Product Pack Quantity Reorder Code

Tuffie 5 Flexi-Can 150 901SW150FC

Tuffie 5 Dispenser Refill 150 901SW150RP

Tuffie Detergent Flexi-Can 150 901DW150FC

Tuffie Detergent Dispenser Refill 150 901DW150RP

Tuffie Wipes Dispenser 1 520ZS001

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Up to 30% cost saving70% less packaging waste Single wipe dispenserEasy close lidSaves space

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HEALTLINES ISSUE #1

Cutan®

Conforms with EN1500, EN1275 and EN1276

TGARegistered AUST R 159546P

Pleasant To Use - Rich foam is extremely pleasant for frequent use in between hand washing to encourage maximum compliance.

Instant Action - Starts working immediately to rapidly kill bacteria, yeast and moulds.

Economical In Use - Spreads easily across the skin for maximum efficiency.

Unique Foam Format - Quickly and easily rubs across the hand with no drips or splashes.

Fast Drying - Dries quickly with no need for rinsing or drying with towels.

Non-Tainting - Proven non-tainting formula.

Conditions Skin - Contains conditioner to help prevent skin dryness and leave the skin feeling soft and smooth for an excellent after feel.

Glove Compatible - Can be used prior to applying gloves.

Dermatologically Tested - Formula has been tested to prove it is non-irritant.

No Gelling Agents - Leaves no sticky after feel; does not clog dispensers; leaves no mess.

High Efficacy Formula - Independently tested to the highest European standards, proven to kill 99.999& (log 5 reduction) of food poisoning bacteria, moulds and yeasts.

STOCK CODE SIZE

Cutan 400ml Bracket2305Cutan 1 Litre Sanitise Dispenser2160

Cutan®

Alcohol Foam Skin Sanitiser

Features & Benefits

Be the world’s leading away from home skin care system company

Unique new, worldwide patented, high efficacy foaming alcohol skin sanitiser that works instantly.

Usage: Use frequently or when needed. Designed to complement the Cutan skin hygiene system.

CASE QTY

EachEach

Cutan 50ml Personal Issue Pack6044 25Cutan 400ml Pump Pack6045 12Cutan 1 Litre Cartridge6195 6

For more information contact EBOS HealthcareFree Call: 1800 269 534

Email: [email protected] Web: www.eboshealthcare.com.au

DEB6195DEB6045DEB6044DEB2160DEB2305


Clinical evidence points to MEDIHONEY® with Active Leptospermum Honey – as a first choice for stalled wounds. 1,2,3,4

What is Active Leptospermum Honey?

• The most studied species of honey for the management of wounds and burns.

• Honey derived from the pollen and nectar of specific Leptospermum species of plant in New Zealand and Australia

• Is unique among all types of honey in that it maintains its effectiveness even in the presence of wound fluid

• Is the only species of honey that has been shown in randomized controlled studies to help wounds – that have stalled under first-line treatment – to progress towards healing.

How does MEDIHONEY® help to promote healing?

• Cleanses and debrides due to its high osmolarity5

• Helps to lower overall wound pH 6,7

• Promotes a moisture-balanced environment conducive to wound healing

• Is non-toxic, natural, and safe

• Is easy-to-use, with the potential for extended wear times (depending on level of exudate)

Clinical Evidence points to MEDIHONEY®

EBOS are now the distributor for the new MEDIHONEY® range in Australia

[Effective on a variety of etiologies]

helping to make wound

management easier

MEDIHONEY® on left, plain alginate on right WK #3 after initiation of MEDIHONEY®

Steven J. Kavros, DPM: Case #1 of 3 presented at 2008 SAWC

Patient history of Crohn’s disease

Two wounds were both managed with systemic steroids, light compression to reduce edema and either plain alginate, or MEDIHONEY® alginate

MEDIHONEY

®

initiated

By WK #2, the wound managed with MEDIHONEY® was reduced by 62%

By WK #3, the wound managed with MEDIHONEY® healed, and the other wound is switched to MEDIHONEY® (heals at WK #4)

Peripheral neuropathy, ESRD, and CCL I

Dense fibrin tissue, slough and limited granulation tissue upon initial presentation

MEDIHONEY

®

initiated

Dressing changes every other day

Wound volume reduced by 25% by WK #4, and by 85% by WK #8. Complete healing by WK #16

Pyoderma

Gangrenosum

Recalcitrant

Diabetic Foot Ulcer

Catherine T. Milne, APRN, MSN, CWOCN: Case #3 of 3 presented at 2008 SAWC & WOCN

Non-healing diabetic foot ulcer WK #8 after initiation of MEDIHONEY®

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[Effective on a variety of etiologies]

helping to make wound

management easier

MEDIHONEY® on left, plain alginate on right WK #3 after initiation of MEDIHONEY®

Steven J. Kavros, DPM: Case #1 of 3 presented at 2008 SAWC

Patient history of Crohn’s disease

Two wounds were both managed with systemic steroids, light compression to reduce edema and either plain alginate, or MEDIHONEY® alginate

MEDIHONEY

®

initiated

By WK #2, the wound managed with MEDIHONEY® was reduced by 62%

By WK #3, the wound managed with MEDIHONEY® healed, and the other wound is switched to MEDIHONEY® (heals at WK #4)

Peripheral neuropathy, ESRD, and CCL I

Dense fibrin tissue, slough and limited granulation tissue upon initial presentation

MEDIHONEY

®

initiated

Dressing changes every other day

Wound volume reduced by 25% by WK #4, and by 85% by WK #8. Complete healing by WK #16

Pyoderma

Gangrenosum

Recalcitrant

Diabetic Foot Ulcer

Catherine T. Milne, APRN, MSN, CWOCN: Case #3 of 3 presented at 2008 SAWC & WOCN

Non-healing diabetic foot ulcer WK #8 after initiation of MEDIHONEY®

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References 1. The Use of MEDIHONEY on surgical wounds post-CABG. Bateman S, Graham T (2007) WOUNDS UK. Vol 3. 76 – 83. 2. Leptospermum scoparium Honey vs. Hydrogel to deslough venous ulcers: A randomised controlled trial. Gethin G. EWMA 2007. 3. Chronic lower extremity venous ulceration – Use of a Leptospermum honey impregnated alginate to facilitate wound closure. Regulski M. SAWC 2008. 4. Wound care with MEDIHONEY in paediatric haematology-oncology. Simon A, Sofka K, Wiszniewsky G, Blaser G, Bode U, Fleischhack G. (2006) Supportive Care in Cancer. 14. (1): 91-7. 5. Cutting KF. Honey and contemporary wound care: An overview. Ostomy Wound Manage. 2007;53(11):49–54. 6. Gethin G, Cowman S. Case series of use of Manuka honey in leg ulceration. Int Wound J. 2005;2(1):10–15. 7. Gethin G, Cowman S. The impact of Manuka honey dressings on the surface pH of chronic wounds. Int Wound J. 2008; 5:185-194. 8. Lusby PE, Coombes A, Wilkinson JM. Honey: A potent agent for wound healing? J Wound Ostomy Continence Nurs. 2002;29(6):295–300. 9. Van der Weyden EA. The use of honey for the treatment of two patients with pressure ulcers. Br J Community Nurs. 2003;8(12)(suppl.):S14–S20. 10. Molan P. The evidence supporting the use of honey as a wound dressing. Int J Low Extrem Wounds. 2006;5(1):40–54.

MEDIHONEY® Dressings are available in a wide variety of product configurations.

“Medical Grade” Honey Fast Facts:1. Controlled against a rigorous set

of systems and standards. Must demonstrate product consistency from batch-to-batch.

2. Standardized rating system in place to quantify level of activity.

3. Must be resistant to degradation by wound fluid, maintaining effectiveness in a wound environment.

4. Sterilized by gamma irradiation, destroying any bacterial spores, without loss of product effectiveness 5,8

5. Comes from a traceable source and is free of pesticides and antibiotics.


HEALTLINES ISSUE #1

A macerator human waste disposal system offers many advantages over the thermal pan flusher.

The macerator system can eliminate and / or reduce many of the risks associated with the thermal method of waste disposal and sanitisation of equipment while providing whole of organisation financial performance improvement.

Macerators were installed in 6 dirty utility rooms and 5 isolation rooms in the Royal Melbourne Hospital ED redevelopment (~100 patient treatment paces) eliminationg the traditional thermal pan flusher. The opportunity to provide human waste disposal at point of care for infectious waste was particularly appealing.

The main issues in implementation were:

• Staff education relating to what is not appropriate to be put into the macerator!

• Change management related to correct use, and troubleshooting procedure

• Sourcing a disposable patient wipe that was cost neutral and compatible with disposal in the macerator

• Storage of consumables, particularly the urinal cartons as they are particularly bulky

The benefits were:

• Risk management and harm minimisation relating to the handling of human waste

• No transport of infectious waste from patient area through corridors to dirty utility rooms

• Elimination of soiled pans and bottles queued on floor of dirty utility rooms

• Elimination of unpleasant smells coming from dirty utility room

• Elimination of need to hand scrub vessels when waste not removed by flusher

• Elimination of burn risk to staff• Reduction in risk of cross infection• Reduced risk of potential for splash injury to staff• Reduced noise and smell polution for staff and

patients in close proximity to dirty utility room• Significant reduction in power and water

costs (costed as part of business case)• Positive labour saving impact for clinical

staff in that the macerator does not have to be emptied of vessels

Macerator Waste Disposal Use in the Emergency Department of the Royal Melbourne Hospital

Joe, Keith.(17th December 2010). EDInovation. (Online), 12th May 2011. http://www.edinnovation.com.au/4-clinical-equipment/72/macerator-waste-disposal-use-in-the-edu

Contribution by K.Joe, December 2010

>> ONLINE RESOURCE - www.EDInovation.com.au

During February 2011, 39 Vernacare Vortex Macerators were installed at the New Royal Childrens Hospital (RCH) in Parkville Melbourne. The state of the art facility, due for completion in November 2011, already has the units in readiness for patients when they start arriving at the end of the year.

Max Currie, Service Manager for EBOS Healthcare, stated “The hardest part of the installation was locating all the rooms where the Vortex Macerators were to be installed. This took the installation team a day and a half just to place the units in each pan room.”

The size of the New RCH is enormous. The Lower Ground level occupies the same surface area as the MCG!

The old RCH will be demolished and regenerated into parkland in a process taking 1 year following the completion of the new hospital.

The New RCH is the third major Hospital in the Parkville health precinct to adopt macerators as the preferred method of human waste disposal. Both the Royal Womens and Royal Melbourne Hospitals have also taken advantage of the Infection Prevention benefits along with the Power and Water savings to be made for years to come from the Vernacare Vortex Macerator system.

For more information on the Vernacare Vortex System please contact Gary Lee at [email protected]

Vortex at Royal Childrens Hospital


Allersearch “Space ChamberTM” Aerosol Spacer

Recommended

• For children and adults of all ages in the management of asthma

• Space Chamber Aerosol Spacer facilitate easier and more effective use of a Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI or “puffer”)

Features

• Two separate low-resistance valves (inspiratory and expiratory) enables unrestricted and continuous breathing by the patient

• For use on most sizes and brands of “puffers” (MDI’s)

• Fits easily into handbags, schoolbags, briefcases etc

• Can be easily cleaned and sterilised by boiling or autoclaving

• Available in Standard Volume (225ml)• Transparent chamber enables

respiratory valves and their movement to be easily seen, thus allowing correct usage as well as encouraging “full breaths” particularly in infants

• Made from high impact medical grade polycarbonate

Allersearch “Breath-AlertTM” Peak Flow Meters

Recommended

• For adults and children of all ages (2 sizes available: children and adults)

• For people with severe airway limitations• For people with daily or weekly asthma

symptoms• Recording the effect on your lungs when

your doctor changes your medicationFeatures

• Provides an easier and more accurate way to measure asthma symptoms.

• As airways narrow with worsening asthma, peak flow readings drop. The score is highest when the airways are open and there is no evidence of asthma

• Manufactured to meet Australian and New Zealand standards

• All units are individually tested• Measurement scale calibrated

for each batch• Superior quality production• Re-usable mouthpiece• Available in two sizes: Standard Range

(50-800 L/min) Designed for older children and adults. Low Range (0-350 L/min) designed for children, the elderly or adults with severe airway limitations.

Silicone Face Mask

Features

• 22 mm fitting (International Standard)• Suitable for infants and children• Constructed from soft silicone• Latex free and non-allergenic• Flexible design to fit the

contours of the face• Creates an effective seal to

optimise medication delivery

Ventalair Max Nebuliser Therapy System

Leading the way in Asthma and Allergy Care.

Allersearch, the Australian leader in Home Nebuliser systems, provides you with a complete range of products to assist your patients manage their asthma.

Nebulisers Therapy systems are recommended if your patient has difficulty using Metered Dose Inhalers, is using large doses of bronchodilators, and/or the medication cannot be formulated as a metered dose spray.

Our asthma solutions include a variety of nebulisers to suit all lifestyles. The Allersearch range also offer accessories to use with the Nebulisers, from Adult and Child Masks and Mask Sets, Bowls, Spacers and Tubing, to a cleaning solution for all the nebuliser’s parts and accessories.

Part of the range are also the Allersearch Peak Flow Meters, which allow the patient to perform a simple lung function test at home and are recommended when there are daily or weekly asthma symptoms to be managed.


HEALTLINES ISSUE #1

Recommended for customers who want a reliable nebuliser therapy system for regular use.

Features

• Operates from 240v• Sturdy case designed for easy carrying• For frequent and long term use• Comes complete with tubing, jet

nebuliser bowl and mask• 4 year warranty

Nomad Nexgen Travel Nebuliser System

Recommended for users who require a nebuliser offering a combination of power source flexibility with re-chargeable battery options.

Features

• Portable: Operates from 240v/12v/battery• Includes multi-volt power supply unit• Includes 12 volt DC cable• Accessory kit includes jet bowl,

tubing, adult and child mask

• 4 year warranty

Aerosol Face Mask for Nebuliser Pumps

Features

• Soft mask with nasal clip for better fit• Can be used with most nebuliser pumps• High quality, long-life components• For effective and reliable

medication delivery every time

Allersearch Child and Adult Mask sets

Set consists of mask, tubing and jet nebuliser bowl. Recommended for use with all Allersearch systems to ensure optimal delivery.

Features

• Can be used with most nebuliser pumps• Soft mask with nasal clip for better fit• Tubing designed to prevent kinking• High quality, long-life components• For effective and reliable

medication delivery every time• Set consists of mask, tubing

and jet nebuliser bowl

Allersearch Nebuliser Bowl

Recommended as a superior quality Australian made nebuliser bowl. Produces an ultra fine mist, enabling deep penetration of medication into the airways for rapid relief.

Features

• Suits most nebuliser pumps• Long-life polycarbonate jet• Blockage resistant• Easy to clean• Non spill screw top

• Finger grips

Allersearch Tubing

Recommended for all users on nebuliser systems.

Features

• Tubing designed to prevent kinking• Can be used with most nebuliser pumps

Allersearch Nebuclean

Recommended for all users on nebuliser systems, spacers and peak flow meters.

Features

• Highly effective, concentrated fragrance free cleanser, formulated for jet nebuliser bowls, masks, mouthpieces, spacers and peak flow meters

• Designed to be used weekly to prevent the growth of mould and bacteria

• Safe and easy to use• 500ml bottle


Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO): Airway inflammation is a central process in asthma and other lung diseases4.

Being able to measure this inflammation and monitor the patients reaction to medication is regarded as a gold standard in the management of respiratory diseases. It is increasingly recognised that the measurement of Feno in particular constitutes a novel way to monitor separate aspects of diseases. These include asthma, COPD and interstitial lung diseases, that are not assessed by other means, such as lung function2.

FeNO measurements to evaluate airway inflammation in asthma represents a significant advance in respiratory medicine1, but until now this has been an expensive test to deliver in everyday practice.

Gold Standard Asthma ManagementExhaled Nitric Oxide FENO monitor for airway inflammation

Benefits of performing FENO tests• Non invasive, quick and easy to perform1

• Shows patient’s response to treatment, enabling the correct prescription of medication

• Shows patient compliance• Aids in identifying patients who do/

do not require ongoing treatment 3

• Shown to be superior to the majority of conventional tests of lung function, such as peak flow recording and spirometry1

EBOS are now the exclusive distributor for the Bedfont NObreath Asthma management device.

References: 1. Andrew D. Smith, Jan O. Cowan, Sue Filsell, Chris MacLachlan, Gabrielle Monti-Sheehan, Pamela Jackson and D. Robin Taylor. Diagnosing Asthma: Compari-sons between Exhaled Nitric Oxide Measurements and Conventional Tests. Am J Respir Crit Care Med Vol 169. pp 473-478, 2004. 2. ATS/ERS Recommendations for Standardized Procedures for the Online and Offline Measurement of Exhaled Lower Respiratory Nitric Oxide and Nasal NitricOxide, 2005; American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine; vol. 171: 912-930;2005 3. D R Taylor, MW Pinenburg, A D Smith and J C D Jongste. Exhaled nitric oxide measurements: clinical application and interpretation. Thorax 2006;61:817-827. 4. Shelhamer JH, Levine SJ, Wu T, Jacoby DB, Kaliner MA, Rennard SI. NIH c

Measuring FeNO with NObreath® is as easy as 1,2,3


HEALTLINES ISSUE #1

EBOS Healthcare are the proud exclusive distributors of the Eschmann range of Operating Tables and accessories.

In terms of quality and reliability, Eschmann tables are acknowledged world wide as second to none, the very best in medical engineering technology for over 100 years – our assurance for your complete confidence. The Eschmann philosophy is one of working closely with the people who matter the most – the surgical clinicians and operating theatre professionals who use these world class products.

This close cooperation has allowed Eschmann to develop the following range of Operating Tables featuring a host of benefits that consistently exceed the demands of the end user.

Benefits• Full bariatric capable table with 450kgs

maximum patient weight and extendable 600mm wide table top to suit all body types

• 100% electric powered with in built independent override. – newer, safer and more environmentally friendly technology

• Interchangeable head and leg sections with ‘auto lock’ feature offer optimal and easy patient positioning

• Seamless molded mattress – Antistatic, no Velcro and Latex Free. Open cell visco elastic foam offering unparalleled pressure relieving qualities. This along with the seamless ABS covered tabletop provides the ultimate ‘easy clean’ infection control solution

• 100% x-ray translucent table top with inbuilt, unrestricted x-ray Cassette tunnel running the length of the table. The offset table top and slim-line column offers unrestricted C-Arm access

Eschmann T20+ General Operating Table

TheT20+ is a truly universal table capable of all surgical procedures, and with the a 500mm Traversing table top allowing unlimited imaging and patient positioning options

Eschmann T50 Gynae and Obstetrics Operating Table

• Developed specifically for Gynaecology and Obstetric procedures

• Shorter Table Top reduces manual handling

• Powered back rest allows for ‘Assisted Delivery’ in a single movement

Eschmann T30+ Orthopaedic Operating Table

• A full orthopaedic surgical system, with choice of general and orthopaedic trunks allows the table to be easy configured for general, orthopaedic and specialist procedures.

• ‘Auto-locking’ traction beams and accessories makes the T30 the safe and easy orthopaedic table of choice

• ‘New’ Option for Carbon Fibre traction beams


NO CONTEST When selecting a kidney dish there really is no contest

versus Vernacare Pulp Kidney DishPlastic Kidney Dish

Free Call 1800 269 534 Free Fax 1800 810 257

To place an order or for information:

The Vernacare pulp kidney dish is environmentally friendly as it is made from recycled paper. Plastic kidney dishes can harbour all types of nasty bugs which are easily transferred around the hospital. With the pulp kidney dish, a new clean dish is used each time, meaning no need for cleaning and saving hospitals both money and valuable nurses time.

Helps prevent the spread of infections

Patient gets a clean dish every time

Saves money & valuable nurses time

No cleaning or autoclaving required

Environmentally friendly

Reorder code:

105AA260

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13th August 2011

ANZICS/ACCCN Intensive Care Annual Scientific Meeting ANZICS/ACCCN. Intensive Care Annual Scientific Meetings are the premier meetings on intensive care in the southern hemisphere, attracting around 1000 health care professionals each year. Each conference incorporates the Australian & New Zealand Annual Scientific Meeting on Intensive Care and the Australian & New Zealand Paediatric and Neonatal Intensive Care Conference. These conferences bring together health care professionals from across Intensive Care including medical, nursing and allied health. Two professional

organisations, The Australian and New Zealand Intensive Care Society (ANZICS) and The Australian College of Critical Care Nurses (ACCCN), have joined forces to produce this sucessful, internationally recognised conference collaboration for over 30 years.

19th August 2011

Infection Control Association of South Australia (ICASA)The conference will be held at the Adelaide Convention Centre, North Terrace on August the 19th, 2011 with a theme of “Driving Infection Control to Infinity and Beyond!”. Both

local and interstate speakers will be presenting at this conference.

29th - 30th September 2011

“Keeping It Clean” - 4th Biennial TICA ConferenceThe Fourth Tasmanian Infection Control Association Biennial conference will be held at the Wrest Point Casino, Hobart, Tasmania. Both international and local experts will provide a scientific program of cutting edge information to challenge infection control professionals to critique their own practice. The major areas of focus for this conference include the role of environmental cleaning, current and emerging infection risks and infection prevention in non-acute settings.

12th - 14th October 2011

“Helping Hands” ICPAQThe Conference will be held at The Sebel & Citigate King George Square Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, from 12-14 October 2011. The conference theme of “Helping Hands” will focus on the importance of Infection Control Practitioners helping each other by sharing knowledge and experiences to strive for optimal outcomes. The Scientific Program will encompass key topics to highlight this and will include Infection Control and Prevention across various Healthcare settings.

Conference NewsEBOS will be attending the following conferences in 2011

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HEALTLINES ISSUE #1

EBOS Healthcare introduces the Vernacare kidney dish, a far better alternative to plastic! The Vernacare kidney dish is now part of the Vernacare range of pulp products – a full line of single-use maceratable pulp containers that has been helping to advance infection prevention in hospitals and aged care facilities around the globe for more than 60 years.

Why is a single-use pulp kidney dish better of either single use and re-usable plastic options?

• the pulp kidney dish significantly reduces the spreading of infection from cross-contamination, as patients gets a clean dish every time

• no cleaning of autoclaving is required: the pulp kidney dish can be disposed of in macerators or in general waste, making it suitable for all types of healthcare facilities.

• for the above reason a pulp kidney dish

saves money, energy, water, and valuable nurses time versus reusable plastic dishes which need to be cleaned.

• it is made from recycled paper and it is environmentally friendly - which cannot be said of a single-use plastic kidney dish

• it is stronger than a single-use plastic kidney dish

• it is cost efficient, with a cost to healthcare facilities that is comparable to a standard single-use plastic dish

During the last 4 months EBOS Healthcare has conducted over 15 Kidney Dish trials in hospitals throughout Australia. The feedback from the majority of hospitals was extremely positive. One of the most satisfied customers during this trial was Fremantle Hospital, who are now using the Vernacare Kidney Dish throughout most of their wards!

To summarize the feedback from our trials, these are the main drivers of hospital’s positive reception of the Vernacare pulp kidney dish:

1. Single use over reusable. Most hospitals use both the disposable and reusable kidney dish, but they see the benefit of replacing them with the disposable kidney dish only (price of pulp kidney dish is comparable with the

price of the single use plastic one)

2. Biodegradable. Another example of hospitals going green. The Vernacare pulp kidney dish is biodegradable so it fits in the future ‘green’ plans of most hospitals

3. Reducing the risk of cross infections. No surprise here, as preventing infections is top of mind for most flagship hospitals.

21st - 22nd October 2011

Nature versus Nurture - Sustaining Perioperative PracticeThe conference will be held at The Westpac Centre, AAMI Stadium West Lakes. This 2011 State Conference is bought to you by The South Australian Perioperative Nurses Association (SAPNA).

8th - 11th November 2011

Asia Pacific Society of Infection Control The International Congress of APSIC is held every two years and this year is being hosted by the Victorian Infection Control Professionals Association. The Congress is valued as an integral part of ongoing professional development and provides a carefully assembled program including state of the art keynote presentations, research papers, education presentations of scientific quality in all areas of infection prevention and control.

29th September 2011

PNAQ 2011 Annual Conference “Standing on the Shoulders of Giants”The conference theme ‘Standing on the Shoulder of Giants’ features a high level of presentations including lectures and workshops, and the chance to see the latest and most innovative products from the trade exhibition. Of course, the networking and social aspects are a huge part of the conference and contributes to its popularity and success. This event is a valuable experience for all who work in the perioperative arena. It will appeal to staff from Instrument/Circulating roles, Recovery Rooms,

Day Surgery within the hospital or at ‘Stand Alone’ facilities, Anaesthetics, CSSD, Procurement, Perioperative Education and Management. The conference presents a great opportunity to gain professional development contact hours.

HOSPITAL Trials = Positive Results!

FREE Samples If you haven’t tried the new Vernacare Pulp Kidney Dish ask for samples or more information by emailing [email protected]


• Free Call 1800 269 534 • Free Fax 1800 810 257

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Plastic washbowls are cleaned and driedafter use, that’s a fact isn’t it? But are yourbowls still hiding unsafe bacteria. Manyhospitals have chosen to swab their plasticbowls and found bacteria includingpseudomonas, staphylococci, klebsiellapneumoniae and e-coli.*

*'Measurement of microbial contamination of plastic hospital washing

bowls (P.A. Lambert, DSc, Professor of Microbiology, Aston University,

October 2006) Saving Lives, DOH, 2005

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Royal Award for VernacareWashbowlVernacare Washbowl wins Queen’s Award for Enterprise in the UK – May 2011

Infection prevention products business Vernacare has won the prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise (Innovation Category) in the UK– for its unique detergent proof disposable wash bowl .

The washbowl was developed to offer an alternative to the common practice of re-using traditional plastic bowls there by reducing the risk of cross infections.

This is the world’s first single-use pulp wash bowl, capable of holding both warm water and detergent, and is used across hospitals globally. The four litre bowl is used for hand washing, general surface cleaning, wound care, shaving, continence and general patient care

The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise are made annually in the UK by Her Majesty the Queen on the advice of the Prime Minister, and are granted for five years.

Dean Harding from EBOS Healthcare, Vernacare’s distribution partner in Australia said: “This is a honour for Vernacare, and for the hospital clinicians who helped develop the product. The wash bowl is at the forefront of the global drive to reduce hospital acquired infections and improve environmental performance, and this achievement has been recognised by the Queen and the UK Prime Minister.

The patented wash bowl was developed in response to demand from infection prevention nurses who identified that re-using plastic wash bowls without properly cleaning and drying them presented a significant infection risk.

The washbowl is part of a bundle of measures that hospitals take to reduce levels of hospital acquired infections, and detailed evaluation of the Vernacare wash bowl across four hospitals showed that 98.5% of nurses agreed that the bowl reduced the likelihood of infection.

Vernacare’s business was founded on

innovation almost 50 years ago when the company pioneered the ‘Vernacare System’ which provides single use pulp products for patients who are not fully mobile and a macerator to dispose of the products in healthcare settings. This is a best practice method used in more than 40 countries, and by 90% of UK hospitals.

The wash bowl is made from 100% over issued recycled newsprint (without using bleach or dye). It provides a time saving, hygienic and environmentally friendly alternative to the time consuming process of chemically disinfecting, washing and drying plastic washbowls at high temperatures, and resolves the problem of disposing of plastic which is almost impossible to biodegrade. It also provides hospitals with cost savings on energy consumption and clinical/landfill waste disposal.

For further information on the washbowl and other infection prevention products contact EBOS Healthcare: Free Call 1800 269 534 Free Fax 1800 810 257 [email protected]

I joined EBOS Healthcare in 2007 in the role of Eschmann Product Manager, when we became the exclusive distributor in Australia of the market leading range of Eschmann Operating Tables, Lights and Accessories. It was a very exciting yet challenging time filled with learning, training and developing all things Eschmann with the Sales Team and in hospitals.

In the last 12 months I moved into the National Sales Manager role for our Hospital Division. Eschmann is still a major focus, but our product portfolio has now grown with the Cutan Hand Hygiene range, the Allersearch Asthma Products, MEDIHONEY® and many others.

In the next few months I will be working on the launch of the new NObreath® FENO tester. This is a very exciting benchmark product that will revolutionize the way the industry looks at Asthma detection and management (and you can read a bit more about it if you go back to page 10). I know this is going to be another exciting challenge!

EBOS Healthcare Hospital Division. For more information please Phone: 1800 269 534 or Email: [email protected]

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