154 outbreaks in 5 weeks warn PHE A warning has been issued by Public Health England (PHE) that levels of norovirus – the so-called...
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Out of school clubs must provide sufficient hand washing facilities says revised Guidance
A 20 second soap and water wash is essential after toilet use New UK government COVID-19 guidance has been released for out of school providers...
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Preschool facilities replacing soap and water with gels have put hundreds of children at risk The practice of going down the...
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Children need help with infection control measures Promoting handwashing to children is more important than ever as schools reopen after the...
MorePoor hand hygiene in portable classrooms an issue for parents
Lack of running water preventing essential handwashing A parent has voiced a widely held concern that temporary classrooms do not contain proper...
MoreChildcare centres focussing on hand washing as kids take home gastro
Centres in most Australian states “plagued” by outbreaks Hand washing and social distancing have been very important activities during...
MoreWhy you need to remind children how – and when – to wash their hands
Some adults might need a nudge as well… “It can be easy for children (and adults) to forget what it takes to wash well” –...
MoreAfter school club’s hand washing focus praised by Care Inspectorate
Care during coronavirus pandemic acknowledged The teaching of proper handwashing techniques is the most important thing that can be taught to...
MoreScotland: outdoor play for kids is recognised as “life-enhancing”
Further support for the Outdoor Play and Learning Coalition Position Statement As many local authorities in Scotland actively look to increase...
MoreGet the kids involved in Global Handwashing Day with these free teaching resources
“The most important lesson a child can learn” – there was never a better time to teach it! October 15th is the date allocated...
MoreHandwashing “at the top of the priority list” for children in schools
Teachers working hard to settle kids into the “new normal” whilst keeping up their education Teachers across the country are battling...
More43% of children have to be reminded to wash hands before eating says report
Poll of parents reveals worrying lack of understanding when it comes to hand washing A recent survey of 2,000 adults has concluded that...
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