Hand washing vital to prevent the spread of viruses says Public Health Wales A further three confirmed cases of hepatitis A have been reported in...
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How to teach handwashing to children
The importance of good old soap and water… Good hand hygiene is the “best way to prevent transmission of disease”. It’s...
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Or rabbits, ducklings, lambs or any other pet farm animals… It is essential that all young children are taught to wash their hands...
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Children’s school absenteeism reduced by 71% The benefits of teaching effective hand washing to children were impressively demonstrated at...
More“Dirt is good for kids” – but don’t forget the soap and water!
Avoid the antibacterial hand sanitiser warning Too much cleaning could indeed cause havoc with children’s immune systems, according to a...
MoreCalls for hand washing with soap during Shigellosis outbreaks in UK schools
Preschool and school children affected by outbreak Letter have been sent to parents in the Woking and Guildford areas as a number of preschool age...
MoreHepatitis A spreads to a primary school, prompting calls for handwashing
The importance of teaching hand washing to ALL children An outbreak of Hepatitis A has been confirmed at a primary school in North Wales, having...
MoreHand washing importance emphasised as norovirus strikes young children
Nearly 60 children and staff off sick at school near Glasgow Norovirus, also known as “the winter vomiting bug” has recently struck at...
MoreChildren should wash hands with soap and water advises USDA
The importance of keeping playground germs off the dinner table Young children are back in school for the autumn term and are being taught the...
MoreGet children involved with Global Handwashing Day
Teaching kids how to prevent disease and save lives Global Handwashing Day takes place on October 15th. It’s a hugely important worldwide...
MoreTeach kids proper hand washing techniques – “A quick rinse will not do”
Why basic human hygiene is such an important lesson Good basic hygiene practices are “second only to vaccination” – and teaching...
MoreHand washing recommended for kids after sand pit play
“Bacteria pose health risk” A sand pit – or sandbox – is one of the favourite places for young children to play...
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