Hospitals & Colored Scrubs
In recent times, many hospitals have made changes in uniform requirements and scrubs manufacturers are accommodating the many requests from medical personnel who need to wear a designated color without sacrificing quality of the scrubs. Distinguishing between nurses, doctors, and other employees is very important in hospitals. Surprisingly enough, there has been an increase in requests for the color of burgundy (also referred to as maroon, wine, merlot, and crimson). For example, Scrubs & Beyond has a wide variety of colored scrubs available. Hospitals have made these color changes for both the patients and employees’ benefits. Choosing a nursing uniform is part of a medical professional’s job that can have immediate effects, especially in emergency situations where the color of scrubs gives out visual clues to others so they know who to ask for assistance.

