The goal of this review is to systematically retrieve and synthesise available evidence on hand hygiene in community settings across four areas: (1) effective hand hygiene; (2) minimum requirements; ...

The last step in designing an effective hand hygiene program is to sustain and improve it. You should celebrate and recognize the achievements and successes of your hand hygiene program.

Under the subheading “Hygienic measures in clinical practice”, the authors rightly point out the crucial importance of proper hand hygiene. It is not correct, however, that exclusively ...

Good hand hygiene – washing hands or using a hand sanitizing gel – is the best way to prevent the spread of germs. Health care workers should wash their hands before and after caring for each patient.

(WTAJ) — With cold and flu season in full swing, practice good hand hygiene by washing your hands frequently and using hand sanitizer when needed to reduce the risk of illness. Hand washing is a ...

growing evidence suggests hand sanitizers may not be as effective as we think. Over-reliance on these products can create a false sense of security, leaving gaps in personal hygiene routines.

Effective hand-washing practices are crucial in these settings to prevent cross-contamination and the spread of harmful bacteria and chemicals. Implementing hand hygiene protocols, including the use ...

chw.edu.au Background Effective hand hygiene has long been recognised as an important way to reduce the transmission of bacterial and viral pathogens in healthcare settings. However, many studies have ...

The Bay State is apparently not immune to the surge in nasty stomach bug cases across the country. Norovirus cases have ...

Aims To achieve and sustain a target of 70% hand hygiene compliance over a three month period. Methods The authors spent 6 months working in partnership with local paediatric staff in a District ...