Author Archives: Phil

Why hand washing is vital with food safety

Food handlers must wash their hands regularly – and effectively The presence of bacteria in [...]

3500 children diagnosed with HFMD in Qatar annually – why hand washing is important

Why it’s important to teach effective hand hygiene techniques There is no vaccine to protect [...]

Australia – hand washing campaign in schools

“The best defence we have is hand hygiene” Several Australian states have been hit by [...]

Hand gel “not sufficient” against norovirus – use soap and water

Handwashing focus at George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust A norovirus outbreak was recently confirmed at the George [...]

5 star food hygiene rating in the middle of a field? No problem for Mrs Patels!

Effective hand hygiene for family run food business Maintaining a five star food hygiene rating [...]

“Most” hospital acquired infections can be prevented by hand washing

Focus on hand washing in Indian hospitals The call to action regarding the importance of [...]

Kid’s health problems caused by hand sanitiser

Why soap and water is the best for younger children’s hand washing The Centers for Disease [...]

Hand washing update for Greg Clarke MP, Dame Caroline Spelman MP and Andy Street

The benefits of mobile hand washing facilities demonstrated at TEAL The importance of hand washing [...]