BDH Clinic Greifswald Launches Innovative Hand Hygiene Project

BDH Clinic Greifswald has launched a pioneering pilot project to improve hand hygiene. The innovative feedback system, developed by GWA Hygiene, marks an important step in the digitalization of hospital hygiene. ## Scientific Background The importance of hand disinfection is well documented scientifically: - Prof. Axel Kramer, Director of the Institute for Hygiene and Environmental Medicine at University Medicine Greifswald, demonstrated in 2006 that up to 90% of germs are transmitted via hands - Conventional measures to increase compliance often show lack of sustainability - The specialist for hygiene and environmental medicine is currently the most sought-after medical specialist in Germany ## The Innovative System GWA Hygiene has developed a comprehensive digital assistance system: ### Technical Components 1. **Sensor-Supported Dispensers** - Automated usage tracking - Precise data collection - Real-time monitoring 2. **Personalized Wearable Devices** - Individual assignment - Immediate feedback - Proactive notifications ### Functionality - Detection of approaches to patient beds - Verification of previous hand disinfection - Immediate notification if disinfection is missing ## Project Voices ### Dr. Torsten Stein, Medical Director of BDH Clinic > "Hand disinfection must be a constant companion in daily work. Therefore, we are pleased to be a pioneer in the use of this new technology. The staff should be continuously supported in their hand hygiene." ### Tobias Gebhardt, CEO GWA Hygiene > "Hospital staff usually have a very dynamic work routine. Hand disinfection can occasionally be forgotten. We want to help prevent this. Our system is designed to be the digital assistant for hygiene." ### Prof. Axel Kramer, Scientific Supervisor > "We hope this novel approach will provide new insights and make a significant contribution to increasing patient and staff safety." ## Significance for the Future The project has far-reaching implications: 1. **Digitalization in Healthcare** - Exemplary integration of technology - Practical application of digital solutions - Model for further implementations 2. **Resource Optimization** - Relief for hygiene specialists - Automation of documentation - Efficient process control 3. **Regional Innovation** - Successful collaboration of local partners - Strengthening of the healthcare location - Role model for other facilities ## Funding and Support The project is funded by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) and demonstrates exemplarily how digitalization and healthcare can work together synergistically.