MD Diagnostics LTD, Chatham Videos

A royal visit no less 🤴 How wonderful to see our future king Prince Charles visit our place of work today at the #historichathamdocks #medica #medicalequipment #respiratory

How to reduce cross-infection when breath testing Part 3 of 3 videos. We recognised a key area of cross-contamination were the plastic adaptors that numerous patients are sharing. This part can harbour viruses and bacteria (plus more time and expense to replace on a monthly basis). We removed the need for plastic adaptors and replaced them with our trademarked SafeBreath® mouthpieces, which are single-use, made predominantly from recyclable cardboard. Thus making it safer for both the patient, the device and the environment. https://www.mdd.org.uk/mdd-f/ #midwife #midwifery #smokingcessation #stopsmoking

How to reduce cross-infection when breath testing Part 2 of 3 videos. In this example, we are demonstrating with our carbon monoxide breath monitors, used in smoking cessation programs. In this video, we explore how contamination arises with devices of this nature, and what we as a company have implemented to improve on our latest models. https://www.mdd.org.uk/mdd-f/ #midwife #midwifery #smokingcessation #stopsmoking

How to reduce cross-infection when breath testing
How to reduce cross-infection when breath testing Part 1 of 3 videos. In this example, we are demonstrating with our carbon monoxide breath monitors, used in smoking cessation programs. https://www.mdd.org.uk/mdd-f/ #stopsmoking #midwife #smokingcessation

Maternal smoking is associated with about a 5% reduction in fetal growth which represents 171g at term The effects of smoking on an unborn baby are wide-ranging and many. From the British Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Maternal smoking and fetal carboxyhaemoglobin levels “Maternal smoking is associated with about a 5% reduction in fetal growth which represents 171g at term. Although this may seem only a modest decrease, it is of great importance to public health because perinatal morbidity and mortality (especially related to fetal hypoxia) are increased as the birthweight distribution is shifted downwards.” MD Diagnostics have designed a simple to use handheld CO monitor to help test these levels of carbon monoxide derived through smoking tobacco-based products. Just from a single breath Midwives providing a smoking cessation service can gain results which are instantly displayed on our device in parts per million (PPM) % carboxyhaemoglobin (%COHb) on the adult and % fetal carboxyhaemoglobin (%FCOHb) on the baby. Ease of use is vital within a busy smoking cessation service provider so clear visual guidance is also backed up with an inbuilt traffic light system. The coloured lights red, yellow and green indicators are dependent on the concentration of exhaled carbon monoxide, indicating if the person is a non-smoker, light smoker, or heavy smoker. Regular testing and consultation via this method has proven to be an effective asset when tackling smoking cessation. MD Diagnostics helping midwives with smoking cessation CO readings for over 10 years https://www.mdd.org.uk/mdd-f/ #stopsmoking #midwives #midwifery #maternitycare #midwife #smokingcessation #ARTP