School-wide handwashing campaigns cut germs, absenteeism - (Eductation World)
October 4, 2007 – 7:17 pmAccording to this story,
Studies reveal that school-wide handwashing programs can make a difference in the health of students and staff and, as a result, improve school attendance. If your school does not have a program in place, are you aware of how many resources — including many free ones — are available to help get you started? Did you know…
* Nearly 22 million school days are lost each year due to the common cold?
* 52.2 million cases of the common cold affect children under 17 years of age each year?
* Children have about 6-10 colds a year?
* Adults average 2-4 colds a year?
* Some viruses and bacteria can live from 20 minutes up to 2 hours or more on surfaces like cafeteria tables, doorknobs, and desks?
The CDC reports that addressing the spread of germs in schools is essential to the health of our youth and our schools. “The most important […]
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