Hospitals and healthcare facilities are at heightened risk for Legionnaires' disease, a concern underscored by CDC findings that Legionella in these environments, accounts for 57% of all cases and 85% of deaths*. This disease transcends geographic bounds, manifesting as a national issue that is both painful for the afflicted and preventable through informed action. Join this crucial webinar to discover innovative strategies in plumbing design that can safeguard against Legionella in healthcare environments. Chicago Faucets is at the forefront of tackling these challenges through dedicated research and development focused on healthcare design and infection prevention.
This is why Chicago Faucets is joining forces with Special Pathogens Laboratory to present the webinar:
Can You Outsmart Legionella with Innovative Plumbing Design?
Featuring Dr. Janet E. Stout
Executive Vice President and Founder, Special Pathogens Laboratory
Wednesday, February 28, 2024, 11:00am CDT
Click here to register to attend online
Chicago Faucets continues its legacy of innovation by focusing on plumbing designs that address the source of Legionella: the water at the point-of-use. Our +Healthcare products, engineered for patient safety are part of our preventive plumbing portfolio designed to meet the rigorous demands of healthcare environments. These products address the needs of patient care settings, incorporating innovative designs to prevent Legionella proliferation, infection and scalding for patients, caregivers, and healthcare staff.
The Chicago Faucets +Healthcare product line includes:
Auto-Drain™ Shower System for stagnation prevention
HyTronic® for Patient Care Faucets for infection protection
SLR and ELR Series for ligature protection
Thermostatic Mixing Valves for scald prevention.
This range is further strengthened with products like the Combination Emergency Eyewash and Touchless Faucet, antimicrobial handles for manual faucets, and non-aerating antimicrobial laminar flow outlets.
The upcoming webinar with Dr. Stout will delve into how proactive, multi-faceted strategies and innovative plumbing solutions can mitigate Legionella risks in healthcare settings.
Join us!
About Dr. Janet E. Stout:
Dr. Janet E. Stout stands as a figure of international acclaim with over 30 years of dedicated research in Legionella. Dr. Stout has been a part of developing the first U.S. prevention strategy for hospital-acquired Legionnaires’ disease and is a respected member of several professional organizations, including ASHRAE and CTI, where she contributes to Legionella standards and guidelines committees.
*Source: CDC statistics on Legionella
