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Kontakt.io Launches New Hand Hygiene Solution to Reimagine Hospital Compliance and Staff Engagement

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Gamified Hand Hygiene solution cultivates a culture of support for staff compliance complemented by simplified audit reporting and automated dispenser management.

NEW YORK, July 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Kontakt.io, the leader in healthcare RTLS and digital transformation, announced the release of a new Hand Hygiene solution. The cloud-based solution, delivered as a managed service, goes beyond Joint Commission compliance and empowers caregivers to actively engage in infection prevention while providing innovative tools for infection prevention teams to track the spread of contagious diseases and manage dispenser availability.

Poor hand hygiene accounts for 20% of hospital-acquired infections (HAIs), leading to serious health complications, prolonged hospital stays, increased healthcare costs, and even death. Treating HAIs costs the U.S. healthcare systems up to $45B in total or $45,000 per licensed bed per year.

Despite the clear urgency, today’s hand hygiene compliance rates remain strikingly low. The primary barrier is the intense workload of clinical staff and unpredictable emergencies that require immediate attention. Additionally, malfunctioning and empty hand sanitizer dispensers further discourage staff compliance.

“As a nurse, I feel the immense pressures and relentless schedules that can hinder hand hygiene compliance. Reactive and punitive measures only add to the burden, which is why we should create solutions that care teams can depend on,” said Rhonda Collins, DNP, RN, FAAN, Chief Nursing Officer at Kontakt.io. “This new Hand Hygiene solution gives proactive, gentle reminders before patient care without disrupting staff workflow. Through gamification, we can turn hand hygiene into a positive, incentivized practice. Our goal is to support and encourage caregivers, enhancing both their well-being and patient safety.”

Key benefits of Kontakt.io’s Hand Hygiene solution include:

Real-time monitoring and reminders. Powered by Kontakt.io’s Staff-Safe enabled Smart Badge 3 – the latest wearable BLE cardholder for staff – the solution leverages real-time location (RTLS) to track staff in and out of patient rooms and identify every wash-in or wash-out opportunity. The hand sanitizer dispenser module sends real-time in-room reminders before staff proceed to care activities.Simplified reporting. Cloud analytics deliver compliance data and trends across departments and facilities at a glance and generate compliance reports for Joint Commission requirements at the click of a button. It allows hospitals to drill down and compare data by geography, facility, department, individual, time, and more to further investigate hidden patterns and risks.Compliance gamification. The solution incorporates gamification in the Kio Nurse mobile app to help staff track and earn rewards for participation, resulting in increased hand hygiene engagement and fostering positive behavior change.Automated dispenser management. Introducing dispenser M2M, the Hand Hygiene solution notifies users when a soap or sanitizing gel dispenser is empty, broken, or malfunctioning, ensuring that dispensers are operational and ready to use at all times.Infection chain tracing. Using interaction-based contact tracing, the solution helps infection prevention teams roll back time, identify and isolate at-risk subjects, and contribute to rapid containment, targeted treatment, and learning.

“We have reimagined and democratized hand hygiene compliance so caregivers become stakeholders in this positive behavioral change,” said Rom Eizenberg, Chief Revenue Officer and Head of Product Innovation at Kontakt.io. “The Hand Hygiene solution is part of our continuous investment in an AI platform that serves as a central nervous system for hospitals. By consolidating enterprise data, we help health systems better connect the dots and gain previously inaccessible insights to improve care, safety, and revenue.”

About Kontakt.io

Kontakt.io optimizes processes and resources by revealing how patients move through care delivery. Using AI, IoT, and RTLS, we help healthcare systems uncover waste, streamline capacity, improve workflows, and help staff and patients feel seen and valued. Solving for more than 20 use cases in care operations, we offer a single platform that is easy to deploy and scale with fast time to value. Since 2013, Kontakt.io has provided solutions to +32,000 end users, delivered via +1,200 partners, and deployed +4 million IoT devices in the field.

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Marcia Rhodes, mrhodes@acmarketingpr.com

Olivia Wang, x.wang@kontakt.io

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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Partners with Clinical.ly to Enhance Regulatory Operations with eReg Solutions

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NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, a world leader in cancer treatment and research, chose Clinical.ly’s (www.clinical.ly) Research Suite™ to streamline regulatory operations, marking a significant step toward more efficient and compliant clinical trial management. Dana-Farber joins a growing number of research organizations that leverage Clinical.ly’s innovative solutions to streamline clinical trial processes. Clinical.ly’s eReg platform offers a comprehensive, paperless solution that centralizes regulatory workflows, ensuring compliance and transparency across clinical trials.

“We are thrilled to support Dana-Farber’s clinical research operations,” said Henry Kravchenko, Clinical.ly’s CEO.

This partnership continues Clinical.ly’s success in providing best-in-class enterprise tools for conducting clinical research. “We are thrilled to support Dana-Farber’s clinical research operations,” said Henry Kravchenko, Clinical.ly’s CEO. “Our eReg platform and wider set of features in Clinical.ly Research Suite™ will empower that renowned organization, and we all look forward to supporting their teams.”

About Clinical.ly Research Suite™ 

Clinical.ly Research Suite™ is a comprehensive solution that eliminates traditional, paper-based processes. By automating and centralizing essential workflows in the Clinical.ly Research Suite™, organizations achieve huge efficiency improvements, greater trial oversight, document management, and regulatory compliance. The Clinical.ly Research Suite™ includes:

eReg: A best-in-class electronic regulatory bindereSource: An intuitive & feature-rich, paperless data capture solution that streamlines data collection from trial participantseConsent: A fully digital solution for capturing informed consent, improving participant engagement and site complianceClinicallySign: 21 CFR Part 11 compliant eSignature functionalityClinicallyPay: A secure and instantaneous participant stipend payment and reimbursement solution

About Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Founded in 1947, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is committed to providing adults and children with the best treatment available today while developing tomorrow’s cures through cutting-edge research. Based in Boston, Dana-Farber is a teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School and ranks consistently as one of the top cancer hospitals in the world.

About Clinical.ly

Clinical.ly provides differentiated, cloud-native technology solutions to the clinical research industry, enabling research organizations to conduct studies with greater efficiency and ease. Clinical.ly is dedicated to developing technology that eliminates tedious manual labor, allowing clinical research professionals to focus on patient care.

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Fall Into Creativity with the Monport Laser Fall Sale

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NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Experience laser innovation this Fall with Monport Laser, an industry frontrunner in laser engraving and cutting technology, with an exclusive Fall Sale offering incredible discounts and free accessories on a wide range of high-performance laser engraving machines. From September 19th to September 30th, customers can take advantage of this limited-time opportunity to elevate their laser engraving businesses with cutting-edge laser innovation at unbeatable prices.

Monport Laser has been dedicated to providing innovative and reliable laser machines that empower businesses and individuals to achieve their goals. With a focus on quality, precision, and customer satisfaction, Monport Laser has established itself as a trusted leader in the industry. Their commitment to excellence is evident in every laser they produce, ensuring exceptional performance, reliability, and value.

Embrace the Power of CO2 Laser Technology with Exclusive Offers

Monport Laser will offer two free accessories with selected CO2 laser machines during the Monport Fall sale. These versatile lasers are ideal for various applications, including engraving, cutting, and marking wood, acrylic, leather, and more. By taking advantage of this Fall sale, laser engraving businesses can enhance their productivity and expand their creative possibilities.

Experience Unmatched Value with Fiber Laser Discounts

Monport Laser offers substantial discounts of up to $4200 and 3 free accessories on selected models for those seeking the precision and speed of fiber laser technology. Fiber lasers are renowned for their ability to process metals with exceptional efficiency and accuracy, making them indispensable for metal fabrication, manufacturing, and jewelry production. Additionally, customers purchasing fiber lasers during the Fall sale will receive three free accessories, further sweetening the deal.

Elevate Your Desktop Laser Experience with a Free Water Chiller

Monport Laser is committed to providing comprehensive solutions for businesses of all sizes. As part of the Fall sale, customers who purchase the 40W Desktop laser will receive a Free Water Chiller Cw3000. This essential accessory ensures optimal cooling and performance, prolonging the lifespan of the laser and guaranteeing consistent results.

Discover Additional Savings on a Wide Range of Accessories

Monport Laser offers an additional 20% discount on selected accessories to complete your laser setup. From lenses and nozzles to rotary tables and smoke extraction systems, customers can find everything they need to maximize the potential of their laser machines.

Unleash Your Creativity and Productivity

Monport Laser’s Fall sale is the perfect opportunity to invest in laser technology that empowers your business or fuels your creative passions. With exceptional discounts and free accessories, you can acquire the ideal laser solution to meet your needs and budget.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, artist, or manufacturer, Monport Laser’s advanced laser machines offer unparalleled precision, versatility, and reliability. Take advantage of this limited-time Fall sale and unlock your projects’ full potential for laser innovation.

About Monport Laser

Monport Laser is a global leader in designing, manufacturing, and distributing high-quality laser machines and accessories. With a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, Monport Laser provides cutting-edge solutions for various industries, including manufacturing, engraving, marking, and more.

For more information, visit monportlaser.com and follow them on social media for the latest updates.

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MEDIA ADVISORY – Minister Wilkinson to Make a Critical Minerals Infrastructure Announcement

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VANCOUVER, BC, Sept. 19, 2024 /CNW/ – The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, and Ranj Pillai, the Premier of Yukon, will make a funding announcement in support of critical minerals infrastructure projects. A media availability will follow.

Date: September 20, 2024

Time: 10:30 a.m. PT

All accredited media are asked to pre-register by emailing media@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca. A dial-in line is available for media and will be provided upon registration.

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