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AHA approves Vestagen's protective apparel for health care

27 Feb '15

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The American Hospital Association (AHA) has approved Vestex active barrier apparel, a protective fabric that is fluid repellent and has antimicrobial technologies, used in health care facilities for scrubs, lab coats, and jackets, by Vestagen Technical Textiles, Inc., which develops and markets advanced performance textile products and technologies.

After a proper testing process, Vestagen’s Vestex apparel was endorsed based on evidence-based research documenting the effectiveness and safety of the apparel to protect health care professionals and reduce the risk of transmission of bacteria from clothing to prevent health care acquired infections (HAIs), according to a Vestagen statement.

In a clinical setting, Vestex apparel is proven to prevent and reduce bacteria on the garment using a dual mechanism of action. The first level of protection comes from the fabric’s fluid barrier, which repels splatters, spills, and body fluids. The repellence enables a second level of protection, a permanently fibre-bonded antimicrobial that prevents growth of bacteria on the fabric. The fabric also breathes and wicks moisture to keep wearers cool and comfortable.

Uncas Benjamin Favret III, president and CEO of Vestagen Technical Textiles said, “As the first in a new class of technology-based, active barrier protective fabrics, Vestex elevates the standard for health care worker and patient safety and will help health care organizations strengthen their culture of safety and enhance patient care.”

The AHA is a non-profit association of health care provider organizations and individuals working towards health care. AHA Solutions, Inc. is the subsidiary of the AHA, and awards the AHA Endorsement to products and services that help member hospitals and health care organizations achieve operational excellence.

Vestex uniforms and scrubs are designed to protect healthcare workers and their patients from dangerous contaminants. (GK)

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