Hand Hygiene

Hand hygiene, a very simple action, is the most important thing that can be done to reduce the spread of germs. Hand hygiene is the newest term to describe washing or decontaminating your hands whether done with soap and water or alcohol-based hand rubs (gels and foams).

Hand hygiene with soap and water should be done when hands are visibly soiled, before eating and after using the restroom. Lather the hands well, covering all areas (including the fingernails and between fingers) and rub with friction for at least 15 seconds. Rinse well and dry.

Alcohol-based hand rubs are a quick and convenient way to “de-germ” the hands when they are not visibly soiled. When using hand rubs, lightly cover all surfaces of the hands being sure to include the fingernails and between fingers. Rub hands together until dry, usually 15-20 seconds. Do not rinse.

By performing hand hygiene, you have taken a step toward keeping yourself and your family healthy.

    Send Page to a Friend | Print Page | Add Page to Favorites
Site Index | Privacy Policy | Disclaimer | Release of Information | Contact Us

All health care services are provided through affiliates and/or
subsidiaries of INTEGRIS Health, Inc.


November 24
HeartSaver CPR at Pacer Fitness Center
November 25
Ask a Pharmacist
December 01
Plans Change- You Change-Brookline
RX for Stroke Patient Class - ISMC
Tai Chi Chih-BMC
Line Dancing
more...
INTEGRIS Health: Our Commitment to Diversity
 
 
INTEGRIS Seminole Medical Center
2401 Wrangler Blvd.
Seminole, OK 74868

Phone
(405) 303-4000

INTEGRIS HealthLine
(Toll Free)
(888) 951-2277