What are the Recommended Practices for Hand Hygiene?
The World Health Organization (WHO) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend the following practices: - Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. - Use alcohol-based hand sanitizers with at least 60% alcohol when soap and water are unavailable. - Ensure thorough cleaning of all hand surfaces, including the back of hands, between fingers, and under nails. - Perform hand hygiene before eating, after using the restroom, after coughing or sneezing, and after touching potentially contaminated surfaces.
