AmeriStar Maids provide Cleaning and Disinfecting Services in Wilkes Barre and Scranton PA. Many people mistakenly believe that superbugs and antibiotic resistance are only issues in healthcare settings. The
Misconceptions or myths people have about superbugs?
AmeriStar Maids provide Cleaning and Disinfecting Services in Wilkes Barre and Scranton PA.
Many people mistakenly believe that superbugs and antibiotic resistance are only issues in healthcare settings. The CDC found that a third of new cases annually are contracted outside of healthcare settings.
Another myth is that if an organism develops a resistance to antibiotics, then it is resistant to disinfectants. In truth, disinfectants continue to be the best way to kill antibiotic-resistant organisms.
The belief that superbugs are most easily spread by ill individuals also is not true. Superbugs commonly move around via dirty hands, contaminated equipment, and poorly cleaned surfaces.
While scientist continue to develop new methods to combat these deadly bugs, we all need to be diligent in following proper cleaning and disinfection protocols. At Ameristar Maids we believe proper disinfection not only helps to prevent infections. It also stops them from transmitting from surfaces to people.
AmeriStar Maids Cleaning tips for superbugs.
- Use antibiotics as directed and only when needed
- Properly disinfect high use surfaces
- Maintain a diligent focus on hand hygiene (frequently washing with soap and hot water)
AmeriStar Maids is your first choice for Cleaning and Disinfecting Services: Call 570-310-1057.