Author Archives: Phil

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 [...]

FSA – hand washing advice for charity groups providing food

Food Standards Agency catering guidance for community settings Catering advice for charity and community groups [...]

Antibacterial soap has “disadvantages as well as being ineffective”

Why resistance to antibacterial ingredients leaves soap and water as the preferred choice Evidence is [...]

It’s never too early to learn hand washing skills!

23 month old Ethan gets to grips with new Kiddiwash Xtra Teaching children to wash [...]