Why “targeted hygiene” is the best balance between dirt and keeping germs at bay It’s a constant source of debate – is...
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Why children should be taught to wash with soap and water – not antibacterials
Why plain soap is best for hand washing A recent article on the AAP News website has highlighted the importance of teaching children to wash their...
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Hands must be clean for sanitiser to be effective There are “significant differences” between hand sanitiser and good old soap and...
MoreSoap and water hand washing NOT gels on farm visits advises County Council
Vital for children to wash their hands thoroughly A visit to an open farm can be great fun for young children, but it’s vital that they...
MoreRecap – NICE: why children in early years need to be taught effective hand washing
Hand washing facilities must be made available for children, staff and visitors It’s been a few months since the introduction of Guidance by...
MoreNorovirus outbreaks: why kids need to be taught to use soap and water hand washing
“Winter vomiting bug” outbreaks at schools in the UK With winter fast approaching, the incidents of norovirus outbreaks has begun its...
MoreTeach children how to wash their hands on Global Handwashing Day!
Learning resources and worksheets to help preschool children learn effective hand hygiene October 15th 2018 is Global Handwashing Day 2018 –...
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Soap and water – not gels – helps safeguard kids during outdoor activities As the summer gets nearer and the weather improves, many...
MoreParents urged to encourage good children’s hand washing at all times
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...
MoreHandwashing for kids – the “do-it-yourself” vaccine
Children’s school absenteeism reduced by 71% The benefits of teaching effective hand washing to children were impressively demonstrated at...
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...
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Why basic human hygiene is such an important lesson Good basic hygiene practices are “second only to vaccination” – and teaching...
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