Tapestry of Clothing

  Introduction The next time you think of scrubs, it is probably images of doctors and nurses, health professionals bustle along the hallways of hospitals. These simple, yet iconic garments have become synonymous with the medical field. Outside of their associated relationship with healthcare, scrubs are often considered something more than a uniform-they are an item of protective clothing. But are scrubs protective, and if so, to what degree? In this article, we delve a little closer into how scrubs work, how they offer protection to the wearer, and what to look for when choosing scrubs that will afford protection but also comfort. Why Scrubs Matter: More Than Just a Uniform Scrubs are not like regular clothes; they are specially designed for use either in a hospital or in an environment where hygiene and safety are being put at risk. Their primary function is to create a layer between the wearer and potential chemicals, substances, or agents of infection. Yet knowing what scrubs ...