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International Clean Hands Week and Handwashing Tips

Every week should be Clean Hands Week, but this week has been designated International Clean Hands Week by the Clean Hands Coalition. This is a group I would like to be part of. I wonder if they start their meetings with a handshake or if they will do high-fives at the end of the week […]

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EMT Tips for Healthy Hands

Healthy Hands are essential to EMS professionals. Without them you cannot assess your patient, provide interventions, or document the encounter. June 8-12 is Healthy Hands Week. Sponsored by the American Society of Hand Therapists the purpose of Healthy Hands Week is to encourage hand health and hand injury prevention. These are Everyday EMS Tips for […]