{"title":"How to Properly Care for and Sanitize Your Medical Uniforms and Lab Coats","description":"\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-5cacdfba-7fff-eff2-ddd9-afd3c07489e4\"\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height:1.38;margin-top:14pt;margin-bottom:14pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan background-color:=\"\" baseline color:=\"\" font-variant-alternates:=\"\" font-variant-east-asian:=\"\" font-variant-emoji:=\"\" font-variant-numeric:=\"\" font-variant-position:=\"\" normal preserve pro rgb sans=\"\" sans-serif source=\"\" style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: \" vertical-align:=\"\" white-space-collapse:=\"\"\u003eAs a healthcare professional, your uniform is more than just clothing—it's a critical piece of your personal protective equipment. Proper cleaning and sanitizing of your medical uniforms is essential for your safety, your patients' well-being, and maintaining a professional appearance. To ensure your apparel is always in top condition, follow these four simple steps. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.greatlakesuniform.com\/medical-lab-coats-s\/2536.htm\" style=\"text-decoration-line: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan background-color:=\"\" baseline font-variant-alternates:=\"\" font-variant-east-asian:=\"\" font-variant-emoji:=\"\" font-variant-numeric:=\"\" font-variant-position:=\"\" none normal preserve pro rgb sans=\"\" sans-serif source=\"\" style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: \" text-decoration-skip-ink:=\"\" vertical-align:=\"\" white-space-collapse:=\"\"\u003eShop today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan background-color:=\"\" baseline color:=\"\" font-variant-alternates:=\"\" font-variant-east-asian:=\"\" font-variant-emoji:=\"\" font-variant-numeric:=\"\" font-variant-position:=\"\" normal preserve pro rgb sans=\"\" sans-serif source=\"\" style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: \" vertical-align:=\"\" white-space-collapse:=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/5329\/3964\/files\/How_20to_20Properly_20Care_20for_20and_20Sanitize_20Your_20Medical_20Uniforms_20and_20Lab_20Coats_201.jpg?v=1778009964\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan background-color:=\"\" baseline color:=\"\" font-variant-alternates:=\"\" font-variant-east-asian:=\"\" font-variant-emoji:=\"\" font-variant-numeric:=\"\" font-variant-position:=\"\" normal preserve pro rgb sans=\"\" sans-serif source=\"\" style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: \" vertical-align:=\"\" white-space-collapse:=\"\"\u003ePre-Treat Stains Immediately\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height:1.38;margin-top:14pt;margin-bottom:14pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan background-color:=\"\" baseline color:=\"\" font-variant-alternates:=\"\" font-variant-east-asian:=\"\" font-variant-emoji:=\"\" font-variant-numeric:=\"\" font-variant-position:=\"\" normal preserve pro rgb sans=\"\" sans-serif source=\"\" style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: \" vertical-align:=\"\" white-space-collapse:=\"\"\u003eAccidents happen. Whether it's a drop of coffee or a clinical spill, try to treat stains as soon as possible. Blot the area with cold water and, if possible, apply a stain remover. Addressing stains quickly on your \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.greatlakesuniform.com\/medical-lab-coats-s\/2536.htm\" style=\"text-decoration-line: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan background-color:=\"\" baseline font-variant-alternates:=\"\" font-variant-east-asian:=\"\" font-variant-emoji:=\"\" font-variant-numeric:=\"\" font-variant-position:=\"\" none normal preserve pro rgb sans=\"\" sans-serif source=\"\" style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: \" text-decoration-skip-ink:=\"\" vertical-align:=\"\" white-space-collapse:=\"\"\u003emedical lab coat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan background-color:=\"\" baseline color:=\"\" font-variant-alternates:=\"\" font-variant-east-asian:=\"\" font-variant-emoji:=\"\" font-variant-numeric:=\"\" font-variant-position:=\"\" normal preserve pro rgb sans=\"\" sans-serif source=\"\" style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: \" vertical-align:=\"\" white-space-collapse:=\"\"\u003e or scrubs prevents them from setting, making them much easier to remove in the wash.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/5329\/3964\/files\/How_20to_20Properly_20Care_20for_20and_20Sanitize_20Your_20Medical_20Uniforms_20and_20Lab_20Coats_202.jpg?v=1778009967\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan background-color:=\"\" baseline color:=\"\" font-variant-alternates:=\"\" font-variant-east-asian:=\"\" font-variant-emoji:=\"\" font-variant-numeric:=\"\" font-variant-position:=\"\" normal preserve pro rgb sans=\"\" sans-serif source=\"\" style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: \" vertical-align:=\"\" white-space-collapse:=\"\"\u003eWash Separately and Turn Inside Out\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height:1.38;margin-top:14pt;margin-bottom:14pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan background-color:=\"\" baseline color:=\"\" font-variant-alternates:=\"\" font-variant-east-asian:=\"\" font-variant-emoji:=\"\" font-variant-numeric:=\"\" font-variant-position:=\"\" normal preserve pro rgb sans=\"\" sans-serif source=\"\" style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: \" vertical-align:=\"\" white-space-collapse:=\"\"\u003eTo prevent cross-contamination, always wash your work clothes separately from your regular household laundry. Before washing, turn your nursing uniforms and scrubs inside out. This simple step helps protect the fabric's color and texture from the friction of the wash cycle, extending the life of the garment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/5329\/3964\/files\/How_20to_20Properly_20Care_20for_20and_20Sanitize_20Your_20Medical_20Uniforms_20and_20Lab_20Coats_203.jpg?v=1778009971\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan background-color:=\"\" baseline color:=\"\" font-variant-alternates:=\"\" font-variant-east-asian:=\"\" font-variant-emoji:=\"\" font-variant-numeric:=\"\" font-variant-position:=\"\" normal preserve pro rgb sans=\"\" sans-serif source=\"\" style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: \" vertical-align:=\"\" white-space-collapse:=\"\"\u003eSanitize with Hot Water and a Quality Detergent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height:1.38;margin-top:14pt;margin-bottom:14pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan background-color:=\"\" baseline color:=\"\" font-variant-alternates:=\"\" font-variant-east-asian:=\"\" font-variant-emoji:=\"\" font-variant-numeric:=\"\" font-variant-position:=\"\" normal preserve pro rgb sans=\"\" sans-serif source=\"\" style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: \" vertical-align:=\"\" white-space-collapse:=\"\"\u003eFor effective sanitization, use a quality detergent and select the hottest water temperature the fabric care label allows. The heat is crucial for killing germs. For an extra disinfecting boost for items like doctor uniforms, you can add a specialized laundry sanitizer or a cup of white vinegar to the wash cycle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/5329\/3964\/files\/How_20to_20Properly_20Care_20for_20and_20Sanitize_20Your_20Medical_20Uniforms_20and_20Lab_20Coats_204.jpg?v=1778009974\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan background-color:=\"\" baseline color:=\"\" font-variant-alternates:=\"\" font-variant-east-asian:=\"\" font-variant-emoji:=\"\" font-variant-numeric:=\"\" font-variant-position:=\"\" normal preserve pro rgb sans=\"\" sans-serif source=\"\" style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: \" vertical-align:=\"\" white-space-collapse:=\"\"\u003eDry Completely on High Heat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height:1.38;margin-top:14pt;margin-bottom:14pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan background-color:=\"\" baseline color:=\"\" font-variant-alternates:=\"\" font-variant-east-asian:=\"\" font-variant-emoji:=\"\" font-variant-numeric:=\"\" font-variant-position:=\"\" normal preserve pro rgb sans=\"\" sans-serif source=\"\" style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: \" vertical-align:=\"\" white-space-collapse:=\"\"\u003eThe drying process is another vital step in eliminating bacteria. Tumble dry your \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.greatlakesuniform.com\/scrubs-s\/2537.htm\" style=\"text-decoration-line: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan background-color:=\"\" baseline font-variant-alternates:=\"\" font-variant-east-asian:=\"\" font-variant-emoji:=\"\" font-variant-numeric:=\"\" font-variant-position:=\"\" none normal preserve pro rgb sans=\"\" sans-serif source=\"\" style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: \" text-decoration-skip-ink:=\"\" vertical-align:=\"\" white-space-collapse:=\"\"\u003emedical professional uniforms \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan background-color:=\"\" baseline color:=\"\" font-variant-alternates:=\"\" font-variant-east-asian:=\"\" font-variant-emoji:=\"\" font-variant-numeric:=\"\" font-variant-position:=\"\" normal preserve pro rgb sans=\"\" sans-serif source=\"\" style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: \" vertical-align:=\"\" white-space-collapse:=\"\"\u003eon the highest heat setting recommended by the manufacturer. Ensure the garments are completely dry when you remove them from the dryer, as dampness can allow bacteria to grow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan background-color:=\"\" baseline color:=\"\" font-variant-alternates:=\"\" font-variant-east-asian:=\"\" font-variant-emoji:=\"\" font-variant-numeric:=\"\" font-variant-position:=\"\" normal preserve pro rgb sans=\"\" sans-serif source=\"\" style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: \" vertical-align:=\"\" white-space-collapse:=\"\"\u003eSHOP TODAY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height:1.38;margin-top:14pt;margin-bottom:14pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan background-color:=\"\" baseline color:=\"\" font-variant-alternates:=\"\" font-variant-east-asian:=\"\" font-variant-emoji:=\"\" font-variant-numeric:=\"\" font-variant-position:=\"\" normal preserve pro rgb sans=\"\" sans-serif source=\"\" style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: \" vertical-align:=\"\" white-space-collapse:=\"\"\u003eBy incorporating these steps into your routine, you can ensure your uniforms are always clean, sanitary, and professional. 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