December 1-7, 2019
Not only is handwashing important for everyone, it is especially important for health care workers.
Avoiding a hospital acquired infection (HAI) is an important consideration. Approximately 1.7 million HAI’s occur each year according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Proper hand hygiene is a key factor in the spread of germs.
Want to know what germs could be hitching a ride on your hands? Take a look at this poster from the Henry the Hand Foundation:
How is your handwashing technique? Watch this video from the World Health Organization to find out:
