Biologically Safe Water Filters

Excerpts from an online article – P. aeruginosa’s occurence in drinking water is probably related more to its ability to colonize biofilms in plumbing fixtures (i.e., faucets, showerheads, etc.)

P. aeruginosa can cause a wide range of infections, and is a leading cause of illness in immunocompromised individuals.  In particular, it can be a serious pathogen in hospitals (Dembry et al. 1998)

P. aeruginosa is also a major pathogen in burn and cystic fibrosis (CF) patients and causes a high mortalitly rate in both populations. (Molina et al. 1991; Pollack 1995)

Tap water appears to be a significant route of transmission in hospitals, from colonization of plumbing fixtures.  Infections and colonization can be significantly reduced by placement of filters on the water taps.

Nephros Dual Stage Ultrafilters are available for sinks, showers, burn unit tubs and post RO/DI water treatment equipment.

PMID: 19484589 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

Rev Environ Contam Toxicol. 2009;201:71-115

1. Risk assessment of Pseudomonas aeruginios in water.

Mena KD, Gerba CP University of Texas-Houston School of Public Health, Houston, Texas, USA

Studies show that POU water filtration can significantly and cost-effectively reduce colonization of, and infection with, waterborne pathogens.  Using POU filters in sub-acute care units, surgical units, ICU’s and burn units will provide a significant reduction in hospital acquired infections.

POU filters can be used on sinks, showers and tubs.   The Nephros DSU should last longer than 3 months (depending on usage and water quality) and has quick connectors to facilitate an easy filter change.