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Hand Hygiene at Home and School

Abstract Infectious diseases continue to be a health challenge and economic burden within our communities.  Though effective hand hygiene education is critical, there has been...

Nigeria: Hand Hygiene after Pandemics

Abstract: Last year, Nigeria observed how an existential threat from the Ebola pandemic reinforced people’s attitude towards hand hygiene – a strongly held idea and...

Patient Hand Hygiene: The missing link in preventing Hospital Acquired Infections?

Abstract: Hospital acquired infections (HAI’s) are a major threat to patient safety and there is substantial evidence that good hand hygiene reduces the transmission of...

Show Me Your Hands: Hand Hygiene Myths and Facts

Abstract: The use of hand sanitizers is ubiquitous in public places all over the United States.  Although this promotes better hand hygiene, improper use renders many...

Dangerous Soap Slurry to Clever Drying Hooks

Abstract: According to the Centers for Disease Control, proper hand washing, with soap and clean running water, is the single most effective way to prevent...

Is the Flu (or another bug) on Your Menu Today?

Everyone loves a great meal–especially when someone else is cooking, serving and doing all your dishes!  We love to dine out and do it...