Tag Archives: infection control

Handwashing message still not sufficiently robust as people fail to protect themselves – and others

Strong messaging regarding the effect on others has been suggested People around the globe have [...]

HACCP methodology reveals crucial role payed by handwashing in catering sector

Combatting the near 2.5 million foodborn illnesses a year in the UK A system first deployed [...]

How handwashing prevents microbial infection

Soap and water – and a sound technique – are vital The importance of basic [...]

Soap and water hand washing is the preferred method – but why 20 seconds?

Mathematical model reveals that it needs to be “vigorous” Using soap and water is the [...]

THIS is why you need to wash your hands “for at least 20 seconds”

Effective vigorous techniques take time, says report There has been a great deal of publicity [...]

Preventing pathogen contamination during food preparation

Hand washing techniques discrepancies give cause for concern Effective hand hygiene considerations have been very [...]

Lack of hand washing sink availability an issue in West Indies

Why it’s important to focus on hand washing – with soap and water Seconds save [...]