Hand hygiene is one of the most effective, affordable and universal tools we have to prevent the transmission of infections and provide high-quality, clean and safe medical care. While medical gloves ...

In 2009, the World Health Organization (WHO) established May 5 as World Hand Hygiene Day — a day to remind people across the globe of the importance of handwashing in healthcare settings and to bring ...

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has emphasised the vital role of hand hygiene in protecting public health, urging health workers across all levels to lead by example ...

The effectiveness of the World Health Organization’s My 5 Moments for Hand Hygiene method is well-documented, but a new study published in the American Journal of Infection Control calls into question ...

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned that wearing gloves alone will not stop the risk of deadly infections spreading. WHO, which is on constant alert for emerging global diseases, has seen ...

Today is World Hand Hygiene Day, and a new report shows some people aren't spending enough time at the sink. The National Foundation for Infectious Diseases released its annual report today and some ...

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESS Newswire / May 5, 2025 / Essity / TORK: Supports May 5 World Hand Hygiene Day global initiative led by the World Health Organization (WHO) Tork, an Essity brand and the global ...

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On Global Handwashing Day, the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF launched the first global guidelines for hand hygiene in community settings — a ...

Despite the knowledge that handwashing helps prevent healthcare-associated infections, hand hygiene compliance rates range between 25 percent and 51 percent, according to a study published in the ...

Handwashing is one of the most effective ways to prevent the risk of illness. While it may seem trivial, proper handwashing is crucial for protecting yourself and the community. According to the ...

MENOMONEE FALLS, WI — In recognition of World Hand Hygiene Day on May 5, Bradley Company is sharing new findings from its annual Healthy Handwashing Survey™. Specifically, it reveals notable ...