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Fresh air may be a defence against superbugs
15th of March 2012
The risk of picking up a healthcare-acquired infection could be lowered by simply opening the hospital windows, according to reports.
'Friendly' bacteria found outside could help to fend off the potentially deadly microbes that cause hospital-acquired infections, according to Jack Gilbert of Argonne National Laboratory in Chicago.
Gilbert, who
End of the euro?
14th of March 2012
Europe's single currency has entered its 10th anniversary year under increasing pressure from the markets and with its very survival in doubt. Hartley Milner looks at the events that brought the euro to the brink in 2011 and those that could tip it over the edge in 2012.
Oh dear, the outlook for the embattled euro is not looking at all bright, is
Germany needs more cleaning workers
13th of March 2012
Thomas Schulte-Marxloh in Germany explains how the cleaning sector is running short of human resources.
Some German industries, like the contract cleaning business, are running short of human resources Not only the skilled labourer but also the apprentice is most wanted, in particular in some regions of east Germany. Before the European laws and
WFBSC's Andrew Large writes ECJ blog
12th of March 2012
Andrew Large, executive vice-president for the World Federation of Building Service Contractors, has written his first blog for the ECJ website.
Large explains why the professional cleaning industry is now truly global, and how leaders must focus on thought leadership and influencing the regulatory agenda to a greater extent.
Afidamp brings in new president
9th of March 2012
Michele Redi has concluded his term as president of Italian cleaning association AfidampFAB, to be succeeded by Matteo Marino. Anna Garbagna reports from Milan.
Continuity and focus on the future: these were the main elements which emerged from the assembly of AfidampFAB associates, which took place in Milan recently.
Michele Redi, the
Biggest ever ISSA/INTERCLEAN in Amsterdam
9th of March 2012
The ISSA/INTERCLEAN exhibition in Amsterdam takes place from May 8-11. This is Europe’s largest showcase for the professional cleaning sector, and as the official European magazine for the show ECJ will feature an extensive preview in the April/May edition.
According to the organisers, 2012 will be the biggest ISSA/INTERCLEAN exhibition
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