CMM Weekly News Recap-January 10, 2020

Flu is all over the news this week, with infection control officials predicting the 2019-2020 season will be especially harsh. At least 6.4 million flu illnesses have been reported since the end of December, leading to about 55,000 hospitalizations and at least 2,900 deaths. This contagious illness is not only a concern for medical personnel, but also for those tasked with keeping facilities clean and germ-free. Cleaning professionals were busy this week making sure buildings were hygienic as students and workers returned from holiday breaks just as the number of flu cases continued to rise.

Fortunately, the new year has also spread positive vibes, not just flu germs. The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) is commemorating the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) with a yearlong celebration. Learn how these workers can benefit your business and incentives you are entitled to for hiring them.

If improving your online reputation and gaining more five-star customer reviews is one of your New Year’s resolutions, read about one giant, well-known business that has received five-star reviews for its cleaning services. Even if you’re a small company, there are tactics you can use to control your online presence and turns negative reviews into positive ones.

CMM hopes you had a productive post-holiday week and reminds you to check out more news next week.