Category Archives: General news

Call to ramp up soap and water hand washing in Australia

Why it remains as “important as ever” The emphasis was very much on soap and [...]

Hand washing with soap and water is essential at festivals

Even when facilities are available, people often don’t use them says report With the festival [...]

Hand washing is a high priority when cooking a BBQ, advises GP

Why there is an increased risk of food poisoning during the summer months Higher temperatures [...]

Mobile hand washing units will be available to try at IPS/AHCP event in Cardiff

A comprehensive soap and water hand wash – at the point of need The Infection [...]

Mobile medical hand washing stations coming to Barnsley

Try out mobile handwash stations that can be positioned at the point of need The [...]

Open Farm Sunday – why hand washing is crucial for visitors

HSE calls on farmers to help keep visitors safe Open Farm Sunday takes place this [...]

Norovirus cases in care homes rising as hand washing guidance is given

The importance of effective hand washing when working with food

“Hand hygiene is simple, yet vital” says report Preventing contamination in the workplace is essential [...]