MarketLab Launches New Guide For Infection Control As Flu Grips U.S.

CALEDONIA, Mich., Jan. 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Seasonal influenza activity remains at "elevated" levels for much of the U.S., as stated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in a report on Jan.18, 2013. Though the CDC and other agencies have outlined strategies to stop the transmission of the influenza virus and other infectious agents, the team of healthcare, product, and infection control experts at MarketLab, Inc. recognized an opportunity to supplement those strategies. As a result, the national distributor of unique and hard-to-find products for clinical and healthcare professionals announced today that it has launched a new product solutions guide for infection prevention. 'SCOPE,' an acronym that represents the basic components of effective infection control, provided the framework for the new guide and divides it into Shield, Clean, Organize, Prevent, and Eliminate categories.

"We've been watching the influenza outbreak closely and listening to the concerns of our customers," said Steve Bosio, President, MarketLab. "It is imperative to minimize the intensity of this flu season while continue the ongoing, long-term effort to reduce hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) within healthcare facilities. While our new Infection Control Solutions guide supports hospitals in accomplishing these goals, we also realize how the lasting impact of comprehensive infection prevention could benefit other industries as well."

The 100-page catalog of recommended solutions proves effective within other industries outside of the healthcare arena, such as food services, education, and transportation. "The fact that viruses, bacteria, and germs are everywhere remains a constant threat – especially to highly populated areas," said Tom Carter, Infection Control Manager, MarketLab. "Pick an industry that employs or services a substantially large number of people. There will always be the potential for fast and widespread transmission of infection. Our solutions are valuable against transmission not only in healthcare, but quite frankly – everywhere."

Organizations interested in learning more about infection control should request a copy of the product guide by calling 1-800-237-3604 or by visiting www.marketlab.com/learnscope

About MarketLab

Headquartered in Caledonia, Michigan, MarketLab is a leading supplier of unique and hard-to-find products to the healthcare industry. It is committed to providing customers with solutions that contribute to a better healthcare experience for their patients. MarketLab is a company of Water Street Healthcare Partners, a strategic private equity firm focused exclusively on healthcare. For more information, visit www.MarketLab.com.

SOURCE MarketLab