Hand Hygiene
The Infection Control Today® hand hygiene page examines the practice of hand hygiene, from the proper methods to adherence among hospital staff. Will greater recognition of hand hygiene’s importance in curbing the spread of infections translate into better adherence among hospital staff and the public? This page features videos that demonstrate exactly how to conduct hand hygiene properly, articles recapping peer-reviewed literature on the latest advances in monitoring and adherence, as well as the popular "Bug of the Month" feature.
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GOJO Shares Tips on How to Reduce the Spread of Norovirus
January 30th 2017It's not only cold and flu season; it's also norovirus season. Norovirus typically peaks between December and April, and right now there are wide-spread outbreaks of norovirus cases throughout the United States, according to media reports.
Savlon India Introduces a Low-Cost Innovation for Hand Hygiene
November 20th 2016Savlon India has debuted a unique hygiene and health program, Savlon Swasth India Mission, designed to encourage behavioral change toward washing hands among children through various engaging and entertaining educational initiatives in schools.
Report Highlights Steps to Improve Hygiene Practices, Reduce Burden of Infectious Diseases Worldwide
November 3rd 2016The "Small Steps for Big Change" report, commissioned by The Global Hygiene Council (GHC) is published today, highlighting the alarming burden of preventable infectious diseases in children worldwide and calls for a simple five-step plan to be implemented by families, communities and healthcare professions to improve everyday hygiene practices and stop children dying from preventable infections.
