School Handwashing Program

[SnowyJ, RN]

Soooo..I have been thinking we REALLY need to step up our hygiene efforts at school this year, Last winter was a nightmare with so much strep, stomach viruses, etc. I really try to reinforce handwashing, covering coughs, etc. but I don't think non medical people take it as seriously as we know to do.

My question is, do any of you use a specific educational program (highlighting hand hygiene) for your staff and students? If so, how do you like it?

Thanks in advance for any input.

[iggywench, BSN, RN]

I like the Henry the Hand Foundation.

[coughdrop.2.go, BSN, RN]

Also, check with your local Health Department to see if they have free hand washing signs and posters you can put around the school.

[schooldistrictnurse]

Every year I send out the link to the YouTube video from the Rocky Mountain Children's Hospital on the "Dracula " cough. Very cute!