Polluted air is a major hazard in urban environments and is responsible for many illnesses and deaths each year. The indoor environment also adds to air pollution in numerous ways, causing a range of complaints termed...
Children in many countries have had a hard time over the last two years. They have been put under enormous pressure during lockdowns — most having to work from home while trying to keep up with...
Hand hygiene is one of the pillars of infection control. It was recognized as far back as the nineteenth century as essential to prevent the spread of infections in hospitals – even before it was understood...
Every year, October 15th is celebrated as Global Handwashing Day, led by WHO and UNICEF, to promote awareness of the importance of handwashing to help prevent the spread of infections, reduce sickness and save lives. This...
The World Health Organization says that the most important action we can take during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is to wash hands frequently to remove any viruses that may be on them. Washing hands is the...