Abstract
Scientific evidence shows that hand hygiene is an easy and efficient practice in the reduction of healthcare associated infection, contributing to a decrease in morbidity and mortality. World Health Organization (WHO) “SAVE LIVES: Clean Your Hands” (SL-CYH) is still very centered in the hospital/ long term care settings.
Highlights
Scientific evidence shows that hand hygiene is an easy and efficient practice in the reduction of healthcare associated infection, contributing to a decrease in morbidity and mortality
The campaign methodology of World Health Organization (WHO) SAVE LIVES: Clean Your Hands” (SL-CYH) showed to be successful when applied to the primary care setting
The community intervention level seems to be an interesting contribution to WHO SL-CYH campaign
Summary
Scientific evidence shows that hand hygiene is an easy and efficient practice in the reduction of healthcare associated infection, contributing to a decrease in morbidity and mortality. World Health Organization (WHO) “SAVE LIVES: Clean Your Hands” (SL-CYH) is still very centered in the hospital/ long term care settings
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