Tag Archives: infection control
Why soap and water washing is essential for UK practices faced with norovirus outbreaks
The “stealthy virus that turns the body into a temporary zombie explosion” Norovirus – often [...]
Nov
South Wales hospitals take decisive action as norovirus strikes: hand washing advice issued
Wash hands with soap and water advises Health Board Infection prevention protocols have been put [...]
Oct
Hand washing the key for E. coli control – particularly in care homes
Soap and water vital in the battle against antibiotic resistance The spread of a “key [...]
Oct
Flu in care homes: hand washing with soap and water is essential for everyone
Deadly flu virus kills nursing home residents An Ayr care home was closed to further [...]
Oct
Handwashing a focus for British athletes – wherever they’re training
Hand hygiene emphasis “in the hunt for marginal gains” British athletes will soon be instructed in [...]
Oct
Concerns expressed about inadequate hand hygiene amongst caregivers
Research reveals people not using adequate hand washing techniques Despite apparent increased awareness of the [...]
Oct
Hand sanitisers are OK, but “hand washing is better” – here’s why…
Don’t rely on the convenience of gels at the expense of soap and water Hand [...]
Oct
Celebrating Global Handwashing Day 2019
Why hand washing with soap and water is so vital – for everyone Global Handwashing [...]
Oct