#223 The Dirty Truth: What Handwashing Misses

13/11/2025 20 min
#223 The Dirty Truth:  What Handwashing Misses

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Join the Divas as we explore the science behind hand hygiene, nail contamination, and the surprising resilience of pathogens. Are you ready for a deep dive into the bacterial biofilms hiding beneath your fingertips—and why they matter in healthcare.Resources:CDC Guidelines for Hand Hygiene in Healthcare Settings   https://www.cdc.gov/infection-control/hcp/hand-hygiene/index.htmlIsolation and diagnosis of bacteria from under long nails (natural and artificial) in young females  https://www.biosciencejournal.net/archives/2024/vol6issue1/PartA/6-1-24-401.pdfCDC - Clinical Safety: Hand Hygiene for Healthcare Workers  https://www.cdc.gov/clean-hands/hcp/clinical-safety/index.html https://www.thecompliancedivas.com