Each year, on the 5th of May, we commemorate World Hand Hygiene Day in support of healthcare workers worldwide.
Hand hygiene is the cornerstone of safe healthcare, offering a formidable shield against healthcare-associated infections. It safeguarding patients, healthcare professionals, and entire communities. It is relevant to all health workers, patients and their families – at every single healthcare encounter. It is fundamental to the safety and efficacy of our health care systems.
Infection prevention and control, of which hand hygiene is paramount, lies at the heart of safe…
