Proper handwashing could save a million lives a year, according to an expert — and yet many people are doing it improperly, often due to misconceptions surrounding the practice. Doctors recommend ...

WAUSAU, Wis. (WKOW) -- Health officials are recognizing May 5 as World Hand Hygiene Day to promote the importance of the simple, yet essential, practice that can protect us from getting sick.

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‘Tis the season for holiday gatherings where we share food, time together, and germs. No matter where you are, keeping hands clean is one of the most important steps you can take to protect yourself ...

Handwashing is our first line of defence against germs. It removes bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens that can cause severe health issues.

Becky Coffman, epidemiologist with the Oklahoma State Health Department, said a lot of germs that cause illnesses are spread by hand. Germs can be stopped dead in their tracks by practicing good hand ...

Which school hygiene products are best? From kindergarten kids running around the playground to high schoolers sitting in the cafeteria, schools are full of places for germs to reside. Most germs are ...

Five medical organizations are recommending updated best practices for hand hygiene to protect patients and staff in healthcare settings. The recommendations emphasize the importance of healthy skin ...

A bout with a cold or the flu can really take you down. To stay healthy, you need to avoid nasty bugs. But that’s not always easy. Germs are everywhere, and there are plenty of ideas about how to get ...

Everyday cleanliness does not always require maximum-strength antibacterial products, research suggests.