Infection Control
We stock a wide range of Infection Control products designed to assist in the control of cross infection. Our range includes anti bacterial soaps, alcohol and alcohol free cleansing products for hard surface cleaning, skin cleansing and equipment cleansing products, as well as a wide range of disposable and single patient use devices.
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Infection Control Products for Safe, Hygienic Healthcare Environments
At John Preston, we supply a comprehensive range of infection control products designed to help healthcare professionals, carers and individuals maintain safe, clean and hygienic environments. Our infection prevention and control range includes essential PPE, cleaning products, hygiene supplies, waste management solutions and protective equipment suitable for hospitals, care homes, community care and domestic settings.
Effective infection control is an essential part of safe care delivery, helping reduce the risk of contamination and supporting the wellbeing of patients, residents, carers and healthcare professionals. Standard infection control measures include good hand hygiene, appropriate protective equipment, safe cleaning practices, management of care equipment and safe disposal of waste.
Supporting Infection Prevention and Safer Care
Maintaining high standards of hygiene is essential across all care environments. Infection control products help support daily routines by providing practical solutions for:
- Reducing the spread of bacteria and viruses
- Protecting patients, residents and staff
- Maintaining clean care environments
- Supporting professional hygiene standards
- Improving confidence for carers and healthcare teams
John Preston supplies infection control solutions suitable for:
- Hospitals
- Care homes
- Nursing facilities
- Supported living environments
- Community healthcare
- Homecare settings
What Is Infection Control?
Infection control refers to the procedures, equipment and products used to help prevent the spread of infections within healthcare and everyday environments.
Effective infection prevention combines:
- Personal hygiene
- Protective equipment
- Cleaning and disinfection
- Safe handling of waste
- Laundry management
- Environmental hygiene
Healthcare organisations use standard infection control precautions to help protect both people receiving care and those providing it.
Our Range of Infection Control Products
John Preston provides a wide range of infection prevention and control supplies as part of its wider Care & Hygiene range, alongside bathing, showering, toileting, changing, personal care, housekeeping and laundry solutions.
Our infection control range includes:
- Disposable gloves
- Face masks
- Protective clothing
- Aprons
- Cleaning and disinfectant products
- Hand hygiene products
- Waste disposal solutions
- Clinical hygiene supplies
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Personal protective equipment helps create a barrier between healthcare workers, carers and potential sources of contamination.
PPE products may include:
Disposable Gloves
Disposable gloves are widely used within healthcare and care environments to help protect hands during:
- Personal care tasks
- Cleaning activities
- Clinical procedures
- Handling waste
Benefits include:
- Reduced risk of cross contamination
- Improved hygiene practices
- Convenient single-use protection
Disposable Aprons
Disposable aprons provide protective coverage during care activities where clothing may come into contact with fluids or contaminants.
They are commonly used during:
- Personal care routines
- Patient handling
- Cleaning tasks
- Healthcare procedures
Face Masks and Protective Face Coverings
Face masks can form part of infection prevention procedures where respiratory protection is required.
They may be used within:
- Healthcare environments
- Care homes
- Clinical settings
- Community care
Hand Hygiene Products
Hand hygiene is one of the most important elements of infection prevention and control.
John Preston supplies products designed to support effective hand hygiene routines, including:
- Hand sanitisers
- Alcohol hand gels
- Hand washing products
- Skin protection products
These products can support:
- Staff hygiene routines
- Patient care
- Visitor hygiene
- Everyday infection prevention
Cleaning and Disinfection Products
Maintaining clean environments is a key part of infection control.
Cleaning and disinfecting products help support:
- Surface hygiene
- Equipment cleaning
- Care environment maintenance
- Reduction of contamination risks
Suitable for use in:
- Hospitals
- Care homes
- Clinics
- Community healthcare environments
Effective cleaning practices form an important part of infection prevention alongside PPE, hand hygiene and safe equipment management.
Infection Control for Care Homes
Care homes require reliable infection control products to support residents, staff and visitors.
Products can help with:
- Daily cleaning routines
- Resident care activities
- Protection during personal care
- Safe waste management
- Maintaining hygienic communal areas
John Preston supports care providers with a wide range of healthcare and hygiene solutions designed for professional care environments.
Infection Control for Hospitals and Healthcare Professionals
Hospitals and healthcare providers rely on effective infection prevention solutions every day.
Infection control products support:
- Patient safety
- Staff protection
- Clinical hygiene procedures
- Environmental cleanliness
- Safe care delivery
John Preston supplies healthcare equipment and consumables for professional organisations throughout the UK and Ireland.
Infection Control for Homecare
Maintaining hygiene standards is equally important within homecare environments.
Infection control products can support:
- Family carers
- Community carers
- Individuals receiving support at home
- Visiting healthcare professionals
Products such as gloves, aprons, wipes and cleaning solutions help make personal care routines safer and more manageable.
Infection Control and Personal Care
Many personal care activities require additional hygiene measures to protect both users and carers.
Infection control products are often used alongside:
- Continence products
- Patient wipes
- Bedding protection
- Toileting equipment
- Bathing and showering aids
- Personal hygiene products
Together, these solutions support dignity, comfort and safer care routines.
Choosing the Right Infection Control Products
When selecting infection control supplies, consider:
Environment of Use
Different settings may require different levels of protection, including:
- Domestic care
- Residential care
- Clinical environments
- Specialist healthcare settings
Level of Protection Required
Consider whether products are needed for:
- Routine hygiene
- Personal care tasks
- Cleaning activities
- Infection risk management
Ease of Use
Products should be:
- Convenient to access
- Simple to use
- Suitable for staff workflows
- Appropriate for the care environment
Complete Care & Hygiene Solutions from John Preston
Infection control products are part of John Preston’s extensive Care & Hygiene range, including:
- Showering equipment
- Bathing solutions
- Toileting products
- Changing equipment
- Personal care products
- Housekeeping supplies
- Laundry solutions
Whether supplying individuals, carers, healthcare professionals or organisations, John Preston provides practical solutions to support safe and dignified care.
Why Choose John Preston?
John Preston is a trusted supplier of medical, mobility and healthcare products throughout the UK and Ireland. Established in 1846, the company supports individuals, families, care providers, healthcare professionals and organisations with specialist healthcare solutions.
Customers benefit from:
- Extensive healthcare product expertise
- Trusted healthcare brands
- Solutions for homecare and professional environments
- Specialist advice and support
- Nationwide service throughout the UK and Ireland
Frequently Asked Questions
What are infection control products used for?
Infection control products help reduce the risk of contamination and support safer hygiene practices in healthcare, care home and domestic environments.
What products are included in infection control?
Products may include PPE, gloves, aprons, masks, hand hygiene products, cleaning solutions and waste management supplies.
Why is infection control important in healthcare?
Effective infection prevention helps protect patients, carers and healthcare workers by reducing the risk of infections spreading.
Are infection control products suitable for care homes?
Yes. Infection control supplies are widely used in care homes to support safe resident care and maintain hygienic environments.
Does John Preston supply infection control products for businesses and organisations?
Yes. John Preston supplies healthcare and hygiene solutions for individuals, care providers, healthcare organisations and professional environments.
Can John Preston advise on choosing infection control supplies?
Yes. John Preston’s experienced team can provide advice on selecting suitable healthcare and hygiene products for different care requirements.