October is Breast Cancer awareness month. This is time of year where everyone gets together and raises money for more research.  With advances made in medicine, we have to keep the momentum going and 2009 is no different! There are several organizations with valuable information on testing, prevention, treatment and more importantly, the simple feeling of looking out for one another.

The American Cancer Society  states 192,370 new cases of invasive breast cancer and 40,170 deaths so far this year. It’s the most common cancer among women, other than skin cancer in United States. The good news is the death rate is going down, as a result of testing earlier and better treatment options. In the United States, there are about 2.5 million breast cancer survivors!

As an apparel company dedicated to the medical profession, we urge everyone to get involved. Wear pink nursing uniforms, or the pink ribbons indicating your awareness and support for our fellow sisters.

To show their support for the much needed research, Littman will donate $5.00 to the American Cancer Society from proceeds of their Classic II Stethoscope – style #CLASC2PR!

Featuring a two-sided chest piece, this stethoscope offers high acoustic sensitivity for superior performance. A tunable diaphragm on one side augments the traditional bell function of the opposite side. It also includes soft sealing eartips.

Koi will also donate $2.00 from each sale of their Hope print scrub top towards Breast Cancer research. This stylish and supportive mock wrap top features an:

• adjustable side drawstring,
• two large front pockets and side slits
• made with 100% cotton
• available in sizes XS to 3X

We have several other products to support Breast Cancer awareness, including nursing socks, watches and even a pink ribbon embroidery option for your scrub tops! Let’s not forget our great looking Pink Ribbon print scrubs.

A couple of years ago, we walked at the Susan G. Komen walk for the cure in Miami, and it was a great success!  This year, Uniform Advantage will do its part by participating in the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk. For more information, visit Susan G Komen for the Cure on what you can do in our fight against Breast Cancer. You can also find an event near you. Together, we can make a difference!

We at, Uniform Advantage would like to thank you for your support this month, and look forward to serving your medical uniform needs today and tomorrow.

~ Contributing Editor

Priscille Victorin

UA Scrubs

Wow, I can’t believe its August again. It seems like just yesterday it was the beginning of Spring. The good news is that with August comes our new line of medical scrubs! This season UA has many new and exciting additions to our exclusive line of print and solid scrubs as well as the classics you have come to know and love. Here at Uniform Advantage we strive to keep our customers looking fresh and fabulous by updating our popular line of print scrubs with new styles . You will love the rich autumn hues and beautiful leaves and flowers featured in our Fall 2009 prints. Feast your eyes upon our festive Thanksgiving and Halloween print scrubs and pick some up just in time for the holidays.

Not only is UniformAdvantage.com known for its fun print scrub tops and print jackets, our solid scrubs are a huge hit with medical professionals everywhere as well. Our famous Butter-Soft scrubs still come in basic styles like the women’s two pocket top and unisex drawstring pants, and we have added new colors and body styles for Fall 2009 as well. The PC58C snap front top with drawstring waist adds a fresh twist to a classic with its contrasting solid trim lining the neckline and double pockets. The empire waist top with contrasting trim has become a popular style lately and so we have added one to our collection in beautiful fall colors and luxurious Butter Soft fabric: PC65C. Our new double stripe scrub top and scrub pants are sure to be a big hit for nurses that love sporty styles. We have added two new colors, Maize and Gecko Green to our popular Best Buy scrub collection. They look great when worn alone or with coordinating print scrub tops and print scrub jackets, and the best part is the value price that won’t break the bank.

As you can see, UA is committed to delivering the latest scrub uniform fashions at value prices that everyone can afford. Don’t put it off any longer; treat yourself to some new Fall 2009 scrubs at UniformAdvantage.com today!

~ Allison Cesaro
Contributing Editor

In today’s economy, we are all searching for lower prices on everything. When you’re shopping around for your nursing scrubs or medical uniforms, do you get discouraged if you see “cheap” as opposed to “discount”? At Uniform Advantage, we sell both, but only in terms of price!

Many hospital and medical professionals ask us whether there is a difference between our high quality scrubs and our cheap scrubs, or discount scrubs. The answer is no, Uniform Advantage has been providing nusing professionals and medical staff with quality scrubs for over 20 years. It is not the quality of the garment, but the price we charge. Our discount nursing scrubs are made with the best quality cotton and poly/cotton blends. So, our only goal aside from ensuring you get the quality you deserve, is to sell at a price you can afford!

You can wear your UA brand cheap nursing scrubs at work and at play. They are comfortable, durable and with all the prints we have to offer, fashionable as well! You know, at one time, the typical discount (or cheap) nursing scrubs used by medical professionals were quite dull and boring. The only choices available were simple solids and no prints to speak of. Now with our quality-made stylish cheap scrubs, you can have a fresh new look every day! You can even choose your medical uniforms based on how you feel, the seasons,  and even fun holidays like New Year’s, Valentine’s Day, Easter and several more…

Pick from our huge variety of high quality scrubs, at cheap prices. Uniform Advantage offers discount scrubs in prints and solids that make ordering them exciting and fun! For many, buying anything at a lower price just makes the most sense. We offer the same durable quality as our more expensive scrubs, with the same comfort & style. This means you can buy more and save more in the process. It is better to have the ability to fix that arm or leg, than buying nursing uniforms that cost you an arm and leg, right?

Are you concerned about sizes? No need, we offer petite, tall, regular and plus sizes. Medical scrubs for everyone, flattering, fun and best of all affordable. We also carry cheap scrubs for men and women, so no matter who you are, you will find what you’re looking for at Uniform Advantage.

Do you want more discounts? Sign up to recieve our emails, offering exclusive online discounts to our preferred customers. That’s, right you get to save even more! Find clearance specials like scrub pants, scrub tops, jackets and even nursing shoes with our exclusive email offers. Several of these discounts are web based only, so be sure to forward those emails to your friends and collegues. Now, these deals don’t last long, so be sure to sign up today and save big by shopping for your cheap scrubs or discount scrubs at Uniform Advantage today!

Happy 2009 from Uniform Advantage! It’s been a while since our last post and we’ve been busy selecting the right new styles just for you. For fun holiday prints like St. Patrick’s Day and Easter, you can get as festive as you choose! There are 150 new prints to select from, and here are a few of our favorites:

UA Women’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade Mock Wrap Print Top

Add charm to your scrubs with this St. Patrick’s Day print top. The mock wrap top style is one of the hottest around in the medical professional scrub industry! It can be worn without worry of opening since they are sewn closed in the front. Fun and flattering, it can be cinched as much or as little as you like with the contrasting back ties. Two front patch pockets hold all of your essentials. Side slits for ease of movement. This unique print has green balloons with shamrocks. “St. Patrick’s Day Parade” print fabric is 55/45 cotton/poly.

UA Women’s Egg Hunt Print Scrub Top

 Celebrate Easter with this fun print top! Our loose fitting v-neck medical uniform scrub top has side slits to make it easy-fitting through the hip. Two large front pockets carry everything you’ll need. This unique holiday print has bunnies with Easter eggs. “Egg Hunt” print fabric is 55/45 cotton/poly.

Now, on to our Butter Soft Scrubs Collection – we have some new styles in 16 fun new colors we think you will love! So what ever color you want for your medical wardrobe, you will find it at Uniform Advantage. Here are some of our new favorites: 

UA Butter Soft Women’s Scallop Neck Top

This new v-scallop neckline top will be a pleasing addition to your medical uniforms wardrobe and comes in more fun colors! We’ve added 2 back darts for fit, 4 front pockets and side slits. 28″ length for size medium. Butter-soft, east care 65/35 poly/cotton. Embroidery is optional on this scrub top, so you can personalize it any way you like! 

 UA Butter Soft Women’s Tie Back Empire Waist Top

 We’ve taken our print scrub top and made it available in trendy solid colors! The top features a v-neck and flattering empire waist with trim. The trim from the empire waist ties in the back for an adjustable fit. 2 front pockets and side slits. 28½” length for size medium. Butter-Soft, easy care 65/35 poly/cotton.

And now, saving the best for last: Happy Scrubs has added some fabulous new print scrubs! You can mix and match to your heart’s delight! Here’s a little sneak peak, in celebration of spring:

Happy Scrubs® Women’s Mushroom Garden Print Mock Wrap Top 

This fun mock wrap scrub top can be worn without worry of opening since they are sewn closed in the front. Fun and flattering, it can be cinched as much or as little as you like with the contrasting back ties. Two front patch pockets hold all of your essentials. Side slits for ease of movement. This unique print has multicolored mushrooms on a white background. “Mushroom Garden” print fabric is 55/45 cotton/poly.

So what are you waiting for? Check out the Spring Prints Collection and enjoy great savings in the Sale Section. At Uniform Advantage, get the right size in nursing & medical scrubs at the right prices. Happy Shopping!

Are you stuck trying to find the right gift for those “exciting” holiday exchanges at work? Or is the thought of waiting in dreadfully long lines just not what you signed up for. We know how difficult it can be trying to find the right gift for your friend or loved one. So what are you waiting for? Shop for what you need from the comfort of your home. Our online store is open 24/7 for your convenience.

Are you shopping for a nurse or a nursing student? Is your gift for a dental hygienist, or a veterinary professional? No matter what you need, we have it for here at Uniform Advantage. What better way to express your love and appreciation for them than with something that they will wear every day – a brand new set of medical scrubs.
We have great deals on holiday scrubs marked down from $9.99! But do not let the price fool you. These are high quality, professionally made scrubs, crafted for durability as well as comfort all day. But that is not all we have for gift ideas.

And do not forget that we also have a great selection of professional medical lab coats. With all of the options here, we know that it may be a challenge to find something unique to give; so why not pick up a Gift Certificate to our Online Store at Uniform Advantage and let them stop by and shop for what they want.

Whichever way you want it, a special deal or a gift certificate, we know that shopping for your holiday gifts here at Uniform Advantage will be the perfect place to let them know you care.

For a full line of UAScrubs & Brand Name scrubs, including medical shoes & accessories, please visit Uniform Advantage.

You know I can already feel that wintery holiday feeling.  You know the one, you smell the pumpkin and cinnamon spice aromas around the house; the mornings are crisper and the leaves are turned (except in Miami); and that old familiar feeling comes rushing in like a wave crashing on the beach; It’s winter! 

At Uniform Advantage, we also have that Holiday feeling and boy do we have a line up for you.  We just released our new holiday catalog (did you get yours?) and have updated our Web Site for the Winter Holidays. What you will find are some of the most beautiful and fun festive holiday scrubs that we have ever created!  The deals are truly spectacular and start from only $8.99.

Here are just a few of our Holiday treats:

Holly Jolly Christmas

UA Women’s Holly Jolly Christmas Print Scrub Jacket Our classic warm-up jacket is made with you in mind. Snap front closure, two large pockets and knit cuffs make this uniform scrub jacket the ultimate in medical work wear. This unique holiday print has reindeer, snowmen, candy canes and Santa. “Holly Jolly Christmas” print fabric is 55/45 cotton/poly.

Snowy Night Print

UA Women’s Snowy Night Print Scrub Top Our loose fitting v-neck medical uniform scrub top has side slits to make it easy-fitting through the hip. Two large front pockets carry everything you’ll need. This unique print has snowflakes on a navy background. “Snowy Night” print fabric is 55/45 cotton/poly.

Classic Santa Print

UA Women’s Classic Santa Print Scrub Jacket Our classic warm-up jacket is made with you in mind. Snap front closure, two large pockets and knit cuffs make this uniform scrub jacket the ultimate in medical work wear. This unique holiday print has a traditional Christmas design. “Classic Santa” print fabric is 55/45 cotton/poly. 

Scotty Holiday Pink

UA Women’s Scotty Holiday Pink Print Wrap Top The mock wrap scrub top is one of the hottest styles around in the medical professional scrub industry. It can be worn without worry of opening since they are sewn closed in the front. Fun and flattering, it can be cinched as much or as little as you like with the contrasting back ties. Two front patch pockets hold all of your essentials. Side slits for ease of movement. This unique print has Scottish terriers and Christmas trees on a pink background. “Scotty Holiday Pink” print fabric is 55/45 cotton/poly.

Red Holiday Lights

UA Women’s Red Holiday Lights Print Scrub Jacket Our classic warm-up jacket is made with you in mind. Snap front closure, two large pockets and knit cuffs make this uniform scrub jacket the ultimate in medical work wear. This unique Christmas print has smiling multicolor lights. “Red Holiday Lights” print fabric is 55/45 cotton/poly.

As you can see from just a few of our styles, you will have a hard time finding just one to take home. So stay a while and browse our site at UniformAdvantage.com. We know you will not be disappointed.

As you know October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Every year at this time people from across our great Country come together with one voice to talk about Breast Cancer and to discuss the risks associated with it; and to share options for prevention and treatment.  But even more importantly, it is a time for all of us, as a community, to come together and do our part to work towards raising as much money as possible to help find a cure for this debilitating and deadly disease.

According to the American Cancer Society, 183,000 mothers, daughters, aunts, friends, and spouses, will be diagnosed with Breast Cancer this year. Early detection can go a long way to helping many survive, but that can only happen with you getting involved.  So take some action today. There will be local and national events the entire month of October. Wear pink uniforms or a pink ribbon specially made for Breast Cancer Awareness Month to show your support and to draw attention so that others know that you care.  If we all do our part and get involved, great strides can be taken in both the emotional and medical help needed for those that have to face this nightmare.

In the spirit of increasing awareness and of early detection of this deadly disease, Littmann will donate $5 dollars to the American Cancer Society with the purchase of a “limited edition” Classic II S.E. Stethoscope - Style #CLASC2PR.

This stethoscope has a two-sided chest piece, and offers high acoustic sensitivity for superior performance. A tunable diaphragm on one side augments the traditional bell function of the opposite side. This Stethoscope also features soft sealing ear tips, and is made in USA.

We also have other products that support Breast Cancer Awareness:

This 10″ Plush Scrub Bear will make an excellent gift for your favorite medical professional! Comes in white with pink scrubs with an embroidered pink ribbon. Imported.

Show your support for breast cancer awareness with this Pink Ribbon Mug. White mug features a pink ribbon and the word “Hope”. Imported.

 
If you need additional information on what you can do to help raise Breast Cancer Awareness this month, please visit, The Susan G Komen for the Cure Web Site. 

For a selection of Pink Ribbon Scrubs, Pink Ribbon Mugs, Pink Ribbon Plush Bears,  and our special Pink Littmann Stethescope, please visit Uniform Advantage today.

Uniform Advantage would like to thank you for your support this month, and look forward to serving your uniform needs today and tomorrow.

OMG! – Did you see the incredible Halloween Print Scrubs from UA? This year we went all out and crafted some of our best Halloween scrubs ever! We know you will be pleased, because these styles are a reflection of your comments throughout the year and feedback on our existing lineup. “Times a wastin” and the goblins will be out very soon, so pick up a few pair today!

Let’s start with our UA Ghostly Humor Print Scrub Tops. This unique halloween print has ghosts holding jack-o-lanterns over a black backround with stars and the word “Boo!” on it. “Ghostly Humor” print fabric is 55/45 cotton/poly. Also available in scrub jackets.

Next up is our UA Women’s Jack O’ Fun Print Scrub Top. This unique halloween print has jack-o-lanterns over a ceil blue spiderweb background. “Jack O’ Fun” print fabric is 55/45 cotton/poly. Also available in scrub jackets.

Why not try our UA Women’s Spooky Fright Night Print Scrub Top.  This unique halloween print has ghosts, bats, spiders, jack-o-lanterns and frankenstein over a blue spiderweb background. “Spooky Fright Night” print fabric is 55/45 cotton/poly. Imported. Also available in scrub jackets.

 Our last teaser for you is our UA Women’s Wiskin Witches Print Scrub Tops.  These unique halloween prints have bats and silhouettes of witches flying in the night sky. “Wiskin Witches” print fabric is 55/45 cotton/poly. These tops have two large front pockets to carry everything you’ll need. Also available in scrub jackets.

Well that’s all you get for now.  Please visit Uniform Advantage to see all the different nursing scrubs, print scrubs, & medical uniforms we have for you this holiday season. We know you will be happy with what you find. Happy Halloween!!

WOW!  - Fall is already fast approaching and it seems like the year has just begun.  Well, not to worry because Uniform Advantage has already finished its fall medical scrubs line up and as a bonus, included a special holiday preview. So if you are on the mailing list (you did sign up, right?), you probably have one already! If not you can take a look at our scrubs catalog online, since we always publish it on the Site for your convenience. Along with over 136 new styles, we are proud to also carry top name Brands like Cherokee Mirca Silk and Dickies Black Label.

Halloween Scrubs

So what’s new for fall?  We have a great selection of fabulous scrubs ready to help you begin the autumn festivities on a great note. To start off we have a new selection of spooky prints for Halloween.  Our Halloween print scrubs come in many styles including our “Jack o Fun” 2 pocket tops, “Ghostly Humor” tops & warm ups, & “Spooky Fright Night” 2 pocket tops, along with matching surgical caps for men and women.

 
Thanksgiving Scrubs

We also rolled out our Thanksgiving fashions.  These Thanksgiving Print Scrubs include “Harvest Moon Sand” tops & warm ups, “Gobble Gobble”  tops & warm ups, & “Happy Feast” tops and warm ups; also available in plus sizes;  with matching surgical caps.

If you are in the mood for a more relaxed autumn feel, then we have a great new selection of autumn print scrubs.  We have a very warm and friendly feeling “Rustic Leaves” style in tops & warm ups, an “Autumn Leaves” style also in tops & warm ups.  We also have cheery “Festive Friends” Style & “Bountiful Harvest” styles that also come in plus sizes, and finally a “Walking Bear” style in both tops & warm ups. 

 Fall Deco Scrubs

For a more whimsical fashion feel you need to check out our Fall Deco Print Scrubs and Playful Patterns Scrubs.  We have so many new styles that I could take up this post just listing them. In fact we have a huge selection of new fall solid color scrub tops and scrub pants that are absolutely stunning.

 Winter Holiday Scrubs

Finally, we have an incredible collection of new Holiday Print Scrubs. Choose from styles like “Christmas Village”, “Frosty Day”,  ”Red Holiday Lights“, “Winter Dream”, “Snowy Night”, “Sparkling Stockings”, & “Icy Giggles”, just to name a few.

We aim to please, so take some time, browse our selections, and find the medical scrubs that are perfect for your personality and taste.

For a great selection of medical scrubs, nursing uniforms, and medical shoes and accessories, please visit Uniform Advantage.com!

Tired of your scrubs fading and just looking dingy? It may be the type of scrubs you are buying or it may be the style in which you are washing them. To ensure a great fit and long lasting uniform, we recommend that you be selective in the quality of the fabrics as well as the style in which you launder them, so your medical scrubs last as long as possible.

We recommend that you invest your money in some high quality medical uniforms, like UA Scrubs, Butter Soft Scrubs, Landau Scrubs, Cherokee Uniforms, or Dickies Medical Scrubs. Not only are they more comfortable and stylish, but are made with some of the best fabrics in the marketplace today.

Washing your Nursing Uniforms:

Washing with care is the key to long lasting garments, so it is not recommended to use harsh or cheap detergents, because the fabric may not hold up over time. It is best to use a good quality detergent to clean your medical uniforms. It is also recommended to wash them separately from regular laundry to keep the spreading of germs to your non work clothes down to a minimum.

Rinsing your scrubs in cold is recommended to loosen any large deposits of material such as dirt, blood, or anything else that may linger in the wash cycle and make a mess of the water. Once you are finished rinsing, the garments should be then washed in hot water for about 10 minutes or so to kill bacteria as well as micro organisms. After washing, tumble dry your clothes to kill off additional germs.

If your medical uniform has an odor, simply use some vinegar. I would say ¼ to ½ cup is fine. And it is safe for the fabric. You can even use a color brightener or white wash to bring back the brilliance of the fabric, but do not use bleach because products with bleach may damage your fabric over time.

A warning here: High heat in washing and tumble drying will help to sanitize your hospital uniforms, but may also cause fading, shrinkage, and fabric loss over time. Some folks have opted to wash their medical scrubs in cold water and line dry. The choice is up to you and only you can determine what germs you may have come in contact with. Happy washing!

Your comments are important to us, so please let us know of any secrets you have come across to get your medical scrubs clean, bright, and germ free. We look forward to posting your comments.

For a great selection of nursing uniforms and accessories, please visit Uniform Advantage.

It used to be that a nurse had but one simple color & style of nursing uniforms to wear…white. Well, that was a long time ago and boy have things changed. The choices today in medical scrubs, nursing uniforms, and scrub tops are incredible.

Nurses today can wear many colors & styles of medical scrubs. From the fun seasonal prints to the fashionable bold colors, nursing uniforms offer the practitioner the freedom to be expressive, yet professional. It does not matter anymore about what size or shape you are, or if you are old or young, because medical scrubs come in such a variety these days.

For example, scrub pants today are made with elastic waists, or drawstrings that are cut to fit either high or low rise as well as offer pant legs in classic, boot, or flare cuts. They come in many colors. scrub tops come in many styles and varieties too like V-neck, round neck, button down, mock wrap, scrub jackets, and more. Whatever the fashion, there is a scrub pant or scrub top that will fit your personality.

So with all the changes in nursing scrubs these days, which ones do you choose? Well, it all depends on your own personal style and the environment you work in right? I mean, take for example theme tops. There are scrub tops nowadays that offer nurses the ability to select themes like animal scrub tops. Examples of these would be owls, skunks, butterflies, puppies, bunnies, penguins, and more. There are also print scrub tops that are made for the holidays. Holiday print scrubs examples would be Thanksgiving, Christmas, Halloween, and others. There are also seasonal scrub tops for spring, winter, fall, and summer.

The styles and varieties, it seems, are endless. So now you may ask…So what about comfort? Well, all I can say is that these are not your mother’s white Nursing Uniforms. Today’s fashions in medical scrubs are crafted using some of the best quality fabrics you can find. From butter soft Poly/Cotton blends to 100% cotton, you are going to find the choices out there in nursing uniforms will look and feel great on you.

So there you have it. Big fashion awaits your nursing career. Just remember, that what should be most important for you is to find medical scrubs in the style and look you like and that it fits the environment you work in. The choices are endless.

We want to hear from you, so please take a moment and comment on this post. If there is a topic that you would like us to write about, or if you want to submit your own article, please use the comments box below.

For a great selection of fashion forward medical scrubs in bold colors and unique fun designs, please visit Uniform Advantage.