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A Brief History Of Green Scrubs
Surgical greens have an intriguing history in our culture. Named after the color, surgical greens have been a part of surgical attire since the 1970s. Why choose the color green? Well, interestingly, surgical greens can be of any shade of green, but offered a high contrast in an often white, sterile environment. Green scrubs simply reduced the amount of eye fatigue experienced by the surgical team.
However, in recent years more and more green scrubs have been seen out of the surgical environment. A nasty strain of Staphylococcus aureus happens to be methicillin-resistant, and the need for sterility is vitally important. This sterility is necessary not only in the surgical environment but in the complete medical setting.
While white scrubs do have the additional benefit of giving a cleanliness factor, green scrubs do not show blood and other colors as pronounced. Let's face it; a doctor looks better in clean green scrubs than in white, stained scrubs.
Green scrubs come in many shades of green, and have changed since their inception in the 1970s. Some things have remained the same such as the common v-neck and the drawstring pants.
Where does the name scrubs actually originate?
Once called "surgical greens", scrubs were given a friendlier, shorter name simply because it was easier on everyone involved. The green scrubs are worn in a sterile, or scrubbed, workplace. The name scrubs seemed like a natural evolutionary step in medical apparel.
Green scrubs can be found almost anywhere but are prevalent in the hospital setting. Medical clinics have a less stringent policy concerning workplace attire and favorite cartoon characters, logos, and preferred prints. Green scrubs do not just come in green anymore either. You can get scrubs in a choice of attractive, colorful, and professional colors.
Of course, scrubs have been a part of our medical industry because they are clean, neat, and sterile - just like the medical facility. The scrubs are a direct representation of that particular medical facility.
Since the late 1910s, medical attire has been found to be useful in and out of surgery. Once upon a time surgical scrubs were only used during surgery in the extremely sanitized and scrubbed environment. However, history has shown that the surgical area is not the only place where sterility is necessary.
Illnesses and bacterium are spread easily in a medical setting. The sterile environment assists in stopping the spread of nasty contagions reducing the expectancy of everything from the flu to staph infections. Green scrubs act as a barrier between those contagions and the medical staff.
Choosing green scrubs is a simple way to protect you, your co-workers or staff, the patient, and visitors.
No matter whether you are a doctor, nurse, or part of the clerical staff, the benefits of scrubs is undeniable. Green scrubs have an interesting history that is ever-evolving. Today, more and more medical professionals are choosing the unique look of fashion scrubs or designer scrubs. Yes, you can have a sterile ensemble while retaining your own personality.
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White Swan Blue Tooth print scrub top. $18.99 Shaped styling with crossover neckline and front pockets in a fun dental scrubs print. 100% Cotton. 26inch length. Sizes XS-3X. |
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Urbane white inset knit tee. $16.99 Twofer Tee. Crossover styling with contrasting color accents. Urbane Scrubs logo patch on lower left side. 100% cotton ribknit.Landau Care Instructions |
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White Swan Blue Tooth print scrub jacket. $23.99 Round neck jacket with snap front and knit cuffs in a fun dental scrubs print. 30inch Length. 100% Cotton. Sizes XS-3X. |
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White Cross Mono Dots print scrub top. $21.99 Empire waist print scrubs top with shirred bodice, contrast banding at the waistline, and tie back. Front pockets. 100% cotton. 26 1/2inch length. |
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White Cross scoop neck scrub top. $19.99 Cute new solid scrubs tops from White Cross! Round neck styling with button detail, empire waist, puff sleeves. back tie, and front pockets. Sizes XS-2X. Center Back Length: 27 3/4inch . 65% Polyester / 35% Cotton poplin. |
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White Cross Night N Daisy print scrub top. $19.99 Cute crossover style nurses scrubs top with feminine lace detail along the neckline and empire waist. Elasticized puff sleeves. Front pockets. 100% cotton. 26 1/2inch length. |
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Peaches Paris stitched waist scrub pants. $23.98 Our exclusive! Elegant black and white designer inspired scrubs with exquisite piping and stitched detail. Modern waist. Flare-leg. Elegant pull on styling with flat front, elastic back and two side pockets. |
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Cherokee 5-pocket pant. $15.99 Scrubs & Beyond is your Workwear Headquarters! Find great value, the latest colors, and the Cherokee Workwear Scrubs quality you depend on. Traditional Waist. Easy fit elastic waist pant. Cargo pockets with divisions for cell phone/PDA, scissors or penlight. Inseam: Regular: 30inch, Petite: 27 1/2inch, Tall: 33inch. Ultra tall with unhemmed 36inch inseam available in black, ceil, khaki, navy, orchid, royal, shocking pink, and white. Polyester/Cotton. |
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Cherokee square neck scrub top. $23.99 Delicate square neck white nurses scrubs top features a unique soutache neck trim, soft center front shirring, angled front patch pockets, 1/2 back elastic for shaping and side vents. Sizes XS-3X. 26 1/2inch Length. Soft, comfortable poly/cotton brushed poplin. |
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Dickies Medical Uniforms Burst of Joy print scrub top. $17.99 Versatile print matches back to multiple colors from Dickies medical scrubs! Cute styling features a square neckline, bust darts for shaping and two patch pockets with two additional angled pockets. Side vents. 27inch length. Brushed poly/cotton poplin. Looks great with wine, khaki, navy, ceil, and white - try it with the 54206 flare-leg pant for an updated look! |
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Landau Cubic print scrub jacket. $26.99 Functional essentials designed for all-day comfort from Landau. Medical scrubs jacket features double front pockets with instrument tape inside right pocket. Snap front closure. Ribbed cuffs for added comfort. Coordinates perfectly with black, white and true red. Length 29inch. 100% cotton. Sizes XS-5X. Prestige #99031 Clear Sound stethoscope sold separately. See why Landau is Made Better - Better Quality Control: Landau Care Instructions |
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Landau Entrance print scrub jacket. $27.99 Functional essentials designed for all-day comfort from Landau. Medical scrubs jacket features double front pockets with instrument tape inside right pocket. Snap front closure. Ribbed cuffs for added comfort. Coordinates perfectly with ceil, cherry blossom, concord, navy, sandstone, scuba blue, true red, and white. Length 29inch. 65% polyester/35% cotton. Sizes XS-5X.Landau Care Instructions |
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Landau Cachet print scrub jacket. $28.99 Versatile print perfect for groups! Nat's Picks status ensures availability through June 2012. Functional essentials designed for all-day comfort from Landau. Medical scrubs jacket features double front pockets with instrument tape inside right pocket. Snap front closure. Ribbed cuffs for added comfort. Coordinates perfectly with sandstone, concord, ceil, black, white. Length 29inch. 65% polyester/35% cotton. Sizes XS-5X. See why Landau is Made Better - Better Color: Landau Care Instructions |
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Landau In The Loop print scrub jacket. $28.99 Versatile print perfect for groups! Nat's Picks status ensures availability through June 2012. Functional essentials designed for all-day comfort from Landau. Medical scrubs jacket features double front pockets with instrument tape inside right pocket. Snap front closure. Ribbed cuffs for added comfort. Coordinates perfectly with silver, ceil, royal, white, black. Length 29inch. 65% polyester/35% cotton. Sizes XS-5X. See why Landau is Made Better - Better Quality Control: Landau Care Instructions |
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Landau Presley print scrub jacket. $28.99 Versatile print perfect for groups! Nat's Picks status ensures availability through June 2012. Functional essentials designed for all-day comfort from Landau. Medical scrubs jacket features double front pockets with instrument tape inside right pocket. Snap front closure. Ribbed cuffs for added comfort. Coordinates perfectly with ceil, royal, concord, white, silver. Length 29inch.100% cotton. Sizes XS-5X. See why Landau is Made Better - Better Quality Control: Landau Care Instructions |
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Rampage Flirt Galaxy print scrub top. $24.99 Flirt print scrubs top in shades of Galaxy Blue. Scoop neckline with keyhole detail. Flattering princess seams add shape and finish into double tulip pockets. Trimmed in smoke. Coordinates perfectly with galaxy blue, smoke, black, and white from Rampage. Sizes XS-XL. 26inch length. 100% Cotton. Fit Tip: Rampage medical uniforms feature a junior cut, fitting closer to the body with a shorter length and narrower sleeve. Please consult the size chart for the best fit. |
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White Cross mock-wrap scrub dress. $29.99 Modern nursing dress with mock-wrap neckline, banded waist and two lower pockets. Available in white and navy! 65% cotton/ 35% polyester. |
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White Cross cargo scrub pants. $19.99 Great fit and cute too! These classic fitting scrub pants sit just below the natural waist. Drawstring front with back elastic. Gathered cargo pockets. Flare-leg. Inseams: Regular 31inch, Petite 29inch, Tall 33inch. 65/35 poly-cotton. Black, white, royal, navy and pear now available in Tall length! |
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White Cross Marvella v-neck scrub top. $25.99 Look Great - feel Marvelous - in White Cross's new Marvella miracle fabric! This luxurious new fabric has a soft feel, elegant drape, and is easy care. The sport stitched top features a classic v-neckline with multiple front pockets. 26 1/2inch length. 62% polyester/ 34% rayon/ 4% spandex. |
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White Cross Marvella flat front scrub pants. $29.99 Look Great - feel Marvelous - in White Cross's new Marvella miracle fabric! This luxurious new fabric has a soft feel, elegant drape, and is easy care. These flat front scrub pants feature classic fit with multi-stitch detail at the waist. Flare-leg. Two side pockets and cargo pockets. 31inch inseam. 62% polyester/ 34% rayon/ 4% spandex. |



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