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For further information on any of the following events and press releases, or for article and image requests, please contact: Bryony Samuel. Press Releases Events Press Releases
11.1.10	Irish Hospital First to Harness Copper Technology to Fight Infections An Irish hospital is the first in the world to embrace the latest science by specifying hygienic copper door handles throughout in a bid to reduce healthcare associated infections such as MRSA, providing the best possible solid protection to its patients.
7.12.09	Leading Healthcare Architect Mobilises Antimicrobial Copper Product Supply Chain Mark Barker of Race Cottam Associates called upon the bathroom fitting and architectural ironmongery supply chain to meet the demand for hygienic antimicrobial healthcare touch surfaces at a meeting of the Antimicrobial Copper Interest Group on 3rd December. Presentations given at the event.
16.10.09	Squeaky Clean A copper mouse could help to reduce the spread of germs at home, in schools and in the workplace according to metallurgist Mark Tur, who has just taken delivery of the first prototype.
14.9.09	New research compares antimicrobial efficacy of copper and silver Silver and copper have been used for their antimicrobial properties for centuries. Now, manufacturers are incorporating these metals into healthcare, food industry and even some consumer products, and making antimicrobial claims. In particular, there are several companies that create silver-ion coatings that can be applied to various surfaces, from work surfaces to door handles, which are then marketed as antimicrobial; some products claim to be effective against MRSA, a potentially deadly hospital-acquired infection. A study published in the most recent issue of Letters in Applied Microbiology answers the question of whether these applications work under real-life conditions.
25.8.09	New Research is a Breath of Fresh Air for Heating and Air Conditioning Units New research is under way to investigate how copper can combat the bacteria and fungi that cause foul odours and reduced efficiency in HVAC units where the damp and dark environment is the perfect breeding ground for germs.
5.8.09	New Market Opportunities for Copper and Copper Alloy Hardware - International Online Product Catalogue Launch In response to rising interest in and demand for hygienic copper touch surfaces, Copper Development Association has developed an international online product catalogue of uncoated antimicrobial copper and copper alloy products, and is inviting manufacturers and suppliers to submit their products for inclusion. The catalogue currently includes architectural ironmongery, sanitary fittings, ward furniture and medical equipment. Features an interview with AS Hardware's James Pritchard on their new range of copper door furniture and the new market opportunities. Click here or use the player below to listen to the interview.
22.7.2009	British Scientist Shares Expertise on Swine Flu Control in Beijing While British schoolchildren infected with swine flu were being quarantined in a local hospital, UK microbiologist, Professor Bill Keevil, shared his expertise in the control of influenza virus A (H1N1) with leading scientists from around the globe at the World Summit of Anitvirals in Beijing. Professor Keevil’s research shows that copper actively inhibits influenza A (H1N1) indicating a role for hard surfaces such as door handles to be made from copper and brass (copper combined with zinc) to help prevent the spread of infection. Further information: 1. Professor’s Briefing 2. Biography of Professor Keevil 3. Questions and Answers on Antimicrobial Copper.
17.6.2009	Copper, brass, bronze – choose your weapon in the fight against infection The increasing threat from microorganisms, be it swine flu or superbugs, is highlighting the role touch surfaces have in the transmission of infection and the role antimicrobial materials have to play in helping to curb the spread of disease.
17.6.2009	Back to the future - Copper alloys return to the front line of infection control Long known for their antimicrobial properties, it has taken recent laboratory work at Southampton University and a clinical trial at Selly Oak Hospital in Birmingham to bring copper and its alloys to the attention of those looking for solutions to today’s hospital infections.
26.5.2009	Antimicrobial Copper Surgeries Copper Development Association is offering free technical consultations with their product development advisor at a series of antimicrobial copper surgeries.
3.12.2008	First World Congress 'Copper and Public Health' The first global congress on copper’s role in fighting hospital-acquired infections took place in a central Athens hotel. Leading scientists from around the world presented the scientific evidence supporting the case for incorporating copper surfaces into healthcare environments to help reduce the risk of infection and to protect public health.
25.03.2008	New research puts copper at the forefront of the fight against Clostridium difficile Researchers at the University of Southampton have established that copper surfaces can inactivate the virulent hospital superbug Clostridium difficile. The Southampton research provided the foundation for a year-long programme of testing, under the United States Environmental Protection Agency approved protocols, on 3,000 samples of five different copper alloys in independent laboratories in the US. This has very recently led the US Environmental Protection Agency to officially register copper as an antimicrobial agent. Copper is the first and only solid material to ever be registered by the EPA as antimicrobial.
13.03.2007	An ancient metal – copper - the new weapon against superbugs
30.01.2006	Copper could help prevent the spread of flu infections
23.11.2005	Designing out infection in hospitals - a role for antimicrobial copper touch surfaces
06.10.2005	Inaugural meeting of the Antimicrobial Copper Interest Group
15.07.2005	Copper touch surfaces in healthcare facilities - naturally antimicrobial
20.01.2004	Reducing the growth and spread of Legionella
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Events
Dates and locations to be announced	Antimicrobial Copper Surgeries Free consultations with CDA's product development consultant to discuss the incorporation of copper into healthcare touch surface products. Starting in July (dates and locations to be announced). Interested parties can contact bryony.samuel@copperdev.co.uk.
4.5.2010	The RCN and DOH 4th National Joint Conference and Exhibition on Healthcare Association Infection (HCAI), London This is a high profile event at the Russell Hotel, Russell Square, London, presented by the Royal College of Nursing and the Department of Health. It is targeted at domestic and ward managers, critical and A&E care nurses and senior medical clinicians. CDA will be exhibiting on Stand 2 in the main hall.
26.5.2010	Campden BRI, Chipping Campden CDA consultant, Mark Tur, will give a presentation on antimicrobial copper's potential role in food processing, provisionally entitled 'Antimicrobial Copper's Potential Role in the Food Processing Industry'.
20-22.9.2010	Infection Prevention 2010, Bournemouth Copper Development Association will be exhibiting at this major infection prevention event, offering the latest updates on antimicrobial copper, the clinical trial and products now available for specification. Look for our special tabletop display in the poster area.
5-6.10.2010	Healthcare Estates Conference and Exhibition, Manchester Copper Development Association will be promoting the antimicrobial properties of copper on stand D16. The theme for this year’s Conference is ‘Clean. Lean. Safe. Green.’, highlighting the biggest issues facing the healthcare estates and facilities sector now and for the future.