How to perform hand hygiene? Hand hygiene is done using alcohol-based solution when the hands are not visibly dirty, and with soap and water when the hands are visibly dirty.

The Institute for Healthcare Improvement, in collaboration with the CDC, the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology and the Society of Healthcare Epidemiology of America, ...

To perform hand hygiene appropriately, soap, water, ABHR and a sink should be readily accessible in appropriate locations including, but not limited to, resident care areas and food and medication ...

A recent study published in Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control found that rates of participation in hand hygiene practices among elderly patients are low.

Hand hygiene is the simplest, most effective way to prevent the spread of infections in healthcare, yet healthcare worker adherence is often low. Infection preventionists at two health systems ...

Using a mathematical model, researchers found that good hygiene can reduce the harmful effects of antibiotic use.

Dr Kunal Sood recommended using hand sanitiser only when soap and water are not available. Here are the prevention tips you need to follow.

Two health systems improved employee hand hygiene compliance with technology that pinpoints missed opportunities and improves accountability.