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Sustained heat raises infectious disease risks across Europe, ECDC warns
Longer and warmer summers are increasing the risk of several infectious diseases across Europe, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) has warned. In a statement issued on July 29, the European Union health agency said that sustained higher temperatures, rather than individual heatwave episodes alone, were extending the periods during which pathogens […]
WHO Declares Hantavirus Outbreak Over, Thanks Spain for ‘Incredible Solidarity’
GENEVA – The World Health Organization declared the hantavirus outbreak linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius over on Thursday. The final contact of a person exposed to the virus completed quarantine, tested negative and returned home, WHO said. “No further cases have been reported since the 25th of May,” Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO’s director-general, […]
DR Congo Ebola Cases Rise to 1,406; Deaths Reach 438
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has reported 1,406 cumulative confirmed Ebola cases and 438 deaths, according to a June 30 situational update. The case fatality rate is slightly above 31%. The latest figures represent an increase of 73 confirmed cases in 24 hours, the report said. Health officials also reported 192 recoveries and 609 […]
DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Becomes Third-Largest on Record as Cases Near 1,300
At least 1,274 confirmed Ebola cases and 360 deaths have been reported in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, health agencies say — part of a regional toll that now stands at 1,295 confirmed cases and 362 deaths across DR Congo, Uganda and France. It is caused by Bundibugyo – a rarer Ebola species with no […]
Ebola Outbreak Could Cost Africa Up to $3.6bn, UN Warns
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda could cost Africa as much as $3.6bn and lead to the loss of 328,000 jobs if it spreads further across the region, the UN has warned. The outbreak has infected 1,307 people and killed 377 in DR Congo since it was declared on 15 […]
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What Is Your Norovirus Handwashing Risk-Rate?
Imagine this question being asked by your liability insurer or restaurant owner. There is an unofficial internal team that can best answer the question posed in this headline. Handwashing For Life® recommends a one-time assembly of multi-department risk assessors to weigh in on current handwashing frequency. Supporting research will soon be published, and you will […]
Handwashing For Life® prioritizes risk management and welcomes Dr. Donald W. Schaffner to the Board.
For 27 years, Handwashing For Life has been dedicated to overcoming underwashing and helping operators avoid foodborne outbreaks. Transforming myths into evidence-based interventions has revealed two key insights: brand protection is the primary reason for investing in handwashing, and although kitchen staff are well-trained, they often lack motivation to wash their hands frequently. Clear expectations […]
The SaniOnce Handwash Protocol Advances To GLCFP Scrutiny
The benefits of research-driven advances in handwashing, traditionally take considerable time to reach the nation’s restaurants. This May 12th meeting in Oak Park, Michigan attempts to be a game-changer with an early immersion into the rigors of FDA codification. The SaniOnce handwash protocol has been thoroughly tested by an independent laboratory. It offers considerable advantages […]
The Case For Naming Handwash Options
Since science has proven that operators have choices in their handwashing protocols, naming those alternatives helps communication, improves memorability, promotes ownership, increases its motivational value and converts the complex into common sense. These proposed names recognize industry practices and evidence-based options. Any hand treatment is expected to have an effect, though effectiveness varies. The references […]
New Handwashing for Life® Risk Study Explores Norovirus & Handwashing Frequency
Using Quantitative Microbial Risk Assessment (QMRA) to set Science-Based Handwashing Standards Background: Handwashing protocols in Foodservice are intuitively based on risk – “I don’t want to be tomorrow’s headline!” This is tempered by factors that influence profitability, like labor and direct costs. Operations personnel are under constant pressure for productivity gains, creating a downward influence on […]
