Study: Closed Pipe Systems Reduce Hospital Bacteria Compared to Traditional Waste Management

The study reveals that closed pipe systems for dirty laundry and hospital waste disposal can significantly reduce bacteria in hospitals compared to traditional laundry and waste management methods. This could potentially lower healthcare costs, as the spread of pathogens and MRSA greatly contributes to extended patient stays, leading to increased expenses. There are potentially billions of pounds to be saved in healthcare simply by transitioning to more closed systems that reduce infection transmission.