1st April 2021
Caring through COVID
A look into the impacts and challenges of caring through COVID. Discussing the difficulties of front line workers in the pandemic.
23rd March 2021
Interweave maintains Level 3 LSAS
Interweave Textiles has maintained Level 3 Labour Standards Assurance System (LSAS) for the 3rd year running. Find out what this means and why it's important.
19th March 2021
Pillow menu
Providing patients with a comfortable bed to sleep in can ease anxieties. Check our helpful pillow menu guide for hospitals & care homes to choose appropriate pillows for patients.
12th March 2021
A carer’s guide to medical abbreviations
Helpful guide for carers & patients to understand common medical abbreviations. Read our collated lists to learn what the jargon means.
10th November 2020
Decrease in work related injury in 2020
UK work related injuries were down 6% in 2020. Has the Covid-19 pandemic caused this change? We investigate.
12th October 2020
Covid shielding caused increase in elderly people falling
NHS hospitals are saying that there’s been an increase in “falls patients” in recent weeks. The majority of these patients are elderly falling at home, whilst shielding from Covid-19.
16th September 2020
Focus on the Dignity Gown
We designed the Dignity Gown to help healthcare providers offer dignity in patient care. Find out how this gown was developed with help from nursing staff.
15th September 2020
Donation to Overgate Hospice
Slide sheets & extension handles donated to Overgate Hospice in Elland. We're happy to help support their manual handling team.
11th May 2020
Wearing face coverings in public
We investigate the latest UK Government Covid-19 guidelines to the public to wear face coverings in some situations. Who does this apply to? Where does this apply? Find out.
21st April 2020
To help you care in a crisis
As the coronavirus pandemic hit the UK, we rapidly adapted our working processes to continue delivering much-needed goods to the NHS. Find out more about the challenges we faced.
20th April 2020
Dedicated to Quality and Care
At the end of January 2020, the ISO auditors came to our HQ office for their annual visit and we are pleased to report that we passed ISO 9001 certification with flying colours, again!
31st March 2020
Caring for someone with coronavirus
Find out how to care for someone with coronavirus infection, including checking the symptoms, laundering bedding & disinfecting to protect others from the virus.
18th February 2020
All about weighted blankets
A weighted blanket is a blanket with evenly spread weights built in, to be used when lying down to help improve sleep. Scientific studies have found that the evenly applied pressure provided by a weighted blanket relaxes the body enough - increasing serotonin to help the person fall asleep.
13th February 2020
Pallet wrapping innovations reduce plastic use
Pallet wrapping is important, it ensures that customers receive goods in perfect condition. But we were using too much plastic.
6th February 2020
Well-designed hospital gowns – a game changer?
Inspired by concerns raised by an NHS Consultant, we explore what patients and medical staff think of hospital gowns. Is the old draughty gown past it’s sell by date?
31st January 2020
Interweave flexibility assists with coronavirus emergency
This morning, we despatched 300+ sets of critical healthcare textile supplies and set off to deliver to a hospital in time for the Wuhan coronavirus evacuees arriving. Read more.
17th December 2019
In hospital for Christmas
Find out what happens in UK hospitals over Christmas. Many healthcare staff are busy at work on Christmas Day, providing 24/7 care for patients.
16th December 2019
Raising money for Save the Children
There were lots of clashing colours, too many snowmen, herds of reindeer and best of all we raised money for Save the Children UK. Read more about our Christmas Jumper Day fun.
22nd November 2019
Interweave hosts “A Day At The Museum”
The Society Of Hospital Linen Service & Laundry Managers meeting was hosted by Interweave Textiles, including an interesting visit to the Calderdale Industrial Museum.
19th November 2019
Carers need care too
Unpaid carers have an extremely difficult job. Many without much or any care for the carers. How do they cope? We investigate what support a carer would ideally have.
21st October 2019
Staff interviews: 20 years on
As part of our 20th Birthday celebrations, we were curious to see what the long-serving staff thought had changed within the company over the last 20 years.
9th October 2019
What was going on in the UK in October 1999?
Another article in our series of 20 years of Interweave. This article reminisces about the events of October 1999 – it wasn’t all Y2K related!
4th October 2019
Looking back at healthcare in 1999
We look back at UK healthcare in the 90s to review healthcare costs compared to life expectancy and more. Which events made the healthcare headlines in 1999?
1st October 2019
20 year anniversary – 20 things we’ve learnt
Interweave is 20 years old. But with a parent textile company dating back to 1863, we have the benefit of many more years experience. We share 20 lessons we’ve learnt in the last 20 years.
20th September 2019
What do UK care workers wear?
UK care workers, in both care home environments and in-home care roles, tend to wear a uniform. But what kind of uniform do care workers wear, you ask? We explain.
22nd August 2019
Meet the team at the National Back Exchange Exhibition
Are you going to the National Back Exchange Conference & Exhibition this year? Be sure to visit the Interweave stand to look at the slide sheets, transfer sheets and other patient handling equipment.
18th July 2019
Don’t slip up! Buy the right non-slip socks
Investigation into the top 3 best selling non slip hospital socks uk suppliers. This article compares the styles, the fits and the stickiness of each non slip sock.
28th June 2019
Infection control in care homes
Infection control in care homes is a serious concern for the elderly, especially for care home residents with dementia. How do you ensure that you don’t suffer an infection outbreak at your care home? We’ve prepared a brief guide and helpful links.
21st June 2019
Supporting the industry
Our Customer Services Manager, Tim Meadows, has been appointed the National Secretary of the Society of Hospital Linen Service Managers and Laundry Managers. Read about what the society does and how it benefits the healthcare textile industry,
13th June 2019
11 care home activities ideas
Stuck for ideas? Check our list of 11 care home activities ideas to find something new to do. Most care home residents appreciate activities that keep them active, sociable and entertained. This list contains a wide range of interesting activities from virtual reality immersion to musical playlist creation.
10th June 2019
Keeping healthy this Men’s Health week
Shockingly, one in every five men dies before he is old enough to retire! Factors ranging from poor diet, lack of exercise and a reluctance to ask for help all contribute to this issue. We ask the Interweave men what they do to keep healthy.
24th May 2019
Interesting notes on AI in healthcare
We summarised the current thinking on AI in healthcare, collated from leading sources. Read this to find out what the buzz is all about.
8th May 2019
Checklist: Patient care after hospital discharge
Being discharged from hospital is a positive event but it can also be a stressful time for you, as well as your friends and family. We’ve collated a list of 8 things to help you plan how you’ll cope when you leave hospital care.
16th April 2019
Is polypropylene recyclable?
In short, generally yes, polypropylene is widely recyclable. However, many healthcare providers don't recycle it. We investigate into a recycling solution to see how this service works. We have outlined in this article why this is vital for hospitals and other healthcare providers.
5th March 2019
Interweave achieves Level 3 LSAS
Interweave Textiles has just attained Level 3 Labour Standards Assurance System (LSAS) compliance, an important step for our company. Find out what this means and why it's important.
15th February 2019
9 tips to help you make the right procurement decisions
Evaluating products and finding the right supplier to support your needs can be tricky. Here we list some tips to guide you through the process.
19th December 2018
Do slipper socks help prevent falls?
The implementation of adequate footwear for patients and residents is one of the steps being taken in order to prevent falls. A budget friendly solution that is being explored is the use of non-slip slipper socks. The question is, what impact do slipper socks have on the fall prevention rate?
14th December 2018
The team gets festive with Christmas jumpers!
The Interweave Team get festive for Save the Children's Christmas Jumper Day! Looking silly in Christmas Jumpers and raising money for a great cause!
3rd December 2018
Hospital Christmas decorations
We love these medical-themed Christmas decorations! Across the country, hospitals save money by using everyday medical equipment to cheer up patients stuck in hospital over Christmas. Which is your favourite?
21st November 2018
Redesigning logistics – Look behind the scenes
Here at Interweave, we've been rethinking logistics to help us deliver on our values. Take a look at the changes we've made in our warehouse.
7th November 2018
The hidden dangers of cubicle curtains
Cubicle curtains in hospitals are necessary for patient privacy, but a recent news article highlighted the risk of bacteria being spread by people touching the curtains. We examine the real risk of hospital acquired infections and how cubicle curtains play a part in that. Find out more.
10th October 2018
Staying happy and healthy at work – Top tips
We spend 35% of our total waking hours at work. So it's important to do everything possible to stay happy and healthy at work. Here at Interweave, we’ve been thinking about keeping happy and healthy at work, and it won’t take more than a few small changes.
21st September 2018
What will care homes be like in 100 years?
What changes might take place between 2018 and 2118 to make the move go from something often viewed as a last resort, to something welcomed without worry?
17th September 2018
What are interfaith gowns?
Interfaith gowns are a type of hospital patient gown, offered by hospitals to female patients who, for religious faith reasons, wish to remain covered up in public. UK hospital patient gown designs by Interweave Healthcare. Find out more
11th September 2018
8 top tips for organising a photoshoot
We share our experiences of organising a photoshoot and give you 8 tips to help you organise a smooth, hassle-free photo shoot yourself. How to choose photography models, picking a photoshoot location and more.
4th September 2018
Top 20 healthcare Twitterers
Healthcare related UK Twitter profiles - we looked for the most informative, engaging thought-leaders and information services.
3rd September 2018
What will hospitals be like in 50 years
How will digital technology transform UK hospitals over the next 50 years? We speculate what futuristic hospitals will be like by 2068. Read more.
