Even beer, wine and caffeinated beverages â such as coffee, tea or soda â can contribute, but these should not be a major portion of your daily total fluid intake. Water is still your best bet because it's calorie-free, inexpensive and readily available.
1 Washing hands with the use of a water and soap or a soap solution, either non-antimicrobial or antimicrobial. 2  OR. 3  Applying a waterless antimicrobial hand rub to the surface of the hands (e.g. alcohol-based hand rub). 4  When performed correctly, hand hygiene results in a reduction of microorganisms on hands.
Other patients and health care workers are the ones who transmit the most germs. It is hands that are the great transfer vehicle for bacteria from patient to patient, he said. So the rising use of antibacterial wipes shouldn't overshadow the most important rule of hygiene: Wash your hands. 0 Shares.