Clean Hands Week

Did you know that September 20-26 was Clean Hands Week? The Clean Hands Coalition established International Clean Hands Week in order to raise awareness not only about the importance of hand washing, but also to stress the importance of washing your hands correctly. With all of the food borne illness occuring in the United States, correct hand hygiene is extremely critical in order to prevent infection. Remember these tips when washing so as to ensure maximum results:

1. Wash for at least 20 seconds
2. Scrub in between fingers and under where you have jewelery (ie: bracelets and rings)
3. Lather well, then rinse. When you're done, use a paper towel to turn off the faucet.

Happy hand washing!