A wealth of new and valuable information was shared at the recent Clemson University Medical Textile Conference in Greenville, SC. Topics ranged from antimicrobial fabrics, surgical materials, incontinence products and healthcare laundering issues, among others. Featured below are highlights of the March 21-22 event.
 
Antimicrobial methodology
 
Curtis White, Aegis Environments, offered an overview concerning the antimicrobial market with his presentation, Antimicrobials: Addressing the Challenge for Microbial Control in the Healthcare Industry.
 
In a healthcare setting, he said microorganisms are found on people and equipment throughout the building and on goods made ...