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Hospitals & Clinics
Hospitals & Clinics

In hospitals and clinics, resistant microorganisms such as MRSA, VRE, and Clostridium difficile exhibit resilience against standard cleaning protocols. Terminal disinfection processes in operating theatres, intensive care units, and isolation rooms form a critical safety layer.

Ozone delivers top-level efficacy in these environments: independent tests conducted under AOAC 961.02 and AOAC 960.09 protocols recorded 99.999% reduction in E. coli, 99.99% in Listeria monocytogenes, 99.99% in Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and 99.99% in Aspergillus flavus (Food Safety Magazine, ozone sanitation system tests). Low-dose continuous ozone in HVAC systems and cooling towers prevents biofilm formation and minimises Legionella transmission risk. Reverting to oxygen after use, ozone carries no chemical residue risk in sterile areas — this feature eliminates staff exposure compared to standard hydrogen peroxide or formaldehyde-based terminal methods.

Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) affect approximately 5–10% of hospital admissions in Türkiye and globally; ozone-based terminal disinfection is recognised as a proven tool for reducing these rates.