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June 5, 2020 Mike Sewell

The Impact of Minimizing Contact Touch-points on the Spread of Germs

The new normal in the post-pandemic world is that more people will think about how everyday actions can spread germs and viruses. This preoccupation will not be limited to germaphobes. Here are 4 easy ways to help employees and visitors avoid touching the same surfaces eliminating the spread of germs.

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February 19, 2020 Mike Sewell

Accessibility Matters

In today’s world, it’s important to accommodate everyone that could try to enter your facility. Accessibility is commonly overlooked, making those with disabilities or physical impairments…

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January 11, 2020 Mike Sewell

Flu-related Illnesses On The Rise

CDC estimates that so far this season, there have been up to 7.3 million illnesses, 3.5 million medical visits, and 84,000 hospitalizations related to #flu.

This is the first time CDC has released prelim in-season disease burden estimates.

The following data and report is sourced from the CDC.gov website.

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October 22, 2018 Mike Sewell

First Flu Death Reported: 2018-2019 Season
Health officials in the Connecticut area confirmed the first flu death of the 2018-2019 season. The state department of public health reported the patient was over the age of 65 years of age. So far the state has had 22+ hospitalizations related to the flu, and that’s just the start.
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October 1, 2018 Mike Sewell

Start of 2018-2019 Flu Season

Last year was the worst flu season in over a decade, something we hope isn’t repeated this year. There are numerous prevention techniques you can implement to reduce your risk of getting a flu virus this season.

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August 14, 2018 Mike Sewell

"Springfield, Missouri Product Leads The Charge For Canada's Best Restroom® Contest"
(SPRINGFIELD, MO) - A Springfield-based company that aims to reduce the spread of germs and promote sustainable practices was recognized by judges from Cintas Canada, Ltd. during judging for Canada’s Best Restroom ® Contest at a car dealership in St. Albert, Canada.
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March 30, 2018 Mike Sewell

Springfield-based StepNpull Adds NASA to Its List of Customers

(SPRINGFIELD, Mo) - A Springfield-based company, StepNpull, aims to reduce the spread of germs and promote sustainable practices is adding NASA to it’s the list of customers.

StepNpull, a foot-operated door opener, has already made it into offices of big names like Google, YouTube, Boeing, Walmart, St. Jude Research Hospital, Ford, U.S. Navy, and U.S. Army.

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January 26, 2018 Mike Sewell

The StepNpull ABC's
At StepNpull we are primarily known for ensuring 100% germ-free exits in bathrooms all across the world. But the possibilities don't end at the toilet, they span across hundreds of industries and thousands of different businesses.
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January 16, 2018 Mike Sewell

Customer Testimonial – Big Whiskey's
We spoke with Bradley Hamm at Big Whiskey's location in downtown Springfield, Missouri about how his employees and customers use StepNpull.
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January 9, 2018 Mike Sewell

Widespread Influenza Activity Reported By 46 States

As predicted by previous reports, flu activity is in high gear this 2017-2018 Influenza season.

According to CDC data "widespread" influenza activity was reported by 46 states & regional influenza activity was reported by four states. The primary risk is infection from influenza A (H3). Read more detailed data on the CDC website.

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