December 1-7 | National Handwashing Awareness Week

With the flu season upon us, it is more important than ever that we practice good hand hygiene. The Centers for Disease Control say that handwashing is the single most effective way to prevent the transmission of disease. Below please find the four principles of hand awareness:

The 4 Principles of Hand Awareness

1. Wash your hands when they are dirty and BEFORE eating
2. DO NOT cough into your hands
3. DO NOT sneeze into your hands
4. Above all, DO NOT put your fingers into your eyes, nose or mouth

(Source: http://www.henrythehand.com/healthful-tips/weekly-healthful-tips/comprehensive-flu-prevention-campaign/)