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Hand washing lessons from a sneezing wolf and a bug that lights up An “interactive hygiene and infection control roadshow” is being...
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Reinforce message with posters and reminders Hand washing with soap and water is described as “One of the most important steps to keep staff...
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Guidance for farms and visitor attractions as they plan for safe events Access To Farms (ATF) “brings together agricultural organisations...
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Warning that germs are transmitted more by skin than other surfaces The resident doctor on the This Morning television programme has provided...
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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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