Dr. Drew and ChemoGLO Founder, Dr. Bill Zamboni, discuss the importance of detecting and removing hazardous drug contamination to protect healthcare workers and patients.
Aired Sunday, April 12, 2026
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If you're not actively testing for it, you simply don't know it's there.
Hazardous drug (HD) contamination isn't always visible—but that doesn't mean it isn't there.
In a recent episode of Health Uncensored, Dr. Bill Zamboni joined Dr. Drew to discuss a critical issue facing healthcare facilities today: the detection and removal of hazardous drug surface contamination—and why both steps are essential to protecting healthcare workers and patients.
The Invisible Risk in Healthcare Environments
From compounding areas to infusion chairs, hazardous drugs can leave behind trace contamination on surfaces throughout a facility.
The challenge? This contamination cannot be seen. Without proper testing, healthcare teams are often relying on assumptions rather than data—creating a false sense of security.
Detection Is the First Step—Not the Last
Detection alone is not enough. A "positive" result should trigger:
- Immediate investigation
- Review of handling procedures
- Targeted decontamination
- Ongoing monitoring to confirm effectiveness
Detection provides visibility—but action drives safety.
Why Proper Removal Is Critical
Improper or incomplete decontamination can leave behind hazardous drug residue, allowing contamination to persist—and potentially spread.
This creates ongoing exposure risks for:
- Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians
- Nurses and infusion staff
- Environmental services teams
- Patients and caregivers
Effective removal requires:
- The right cleaning agents
- Proper technique
- Consistent protocols
- Verification through follow-up testing
A Proactive Approach to USP <800> Compliance
Facilities should:
- Implement routine environmental wipe testing
- Establish effective decontamination protocols
- Document results and corrective actions
- Continuously improve processes
Our approach is simple...
Detect contamination. Remove it effectively. Verify results.