The first comprehensive, authoritative review of one of the most fundamental and important issues in infection control and patient safety, hand hygiene. Developed and presented by the world’s leading scholar-clinicians,
Hand Hygiene is an essential resource for all medical professionals.

Developed and presented by the world leaders in this fundamental topic
Fully integrates World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines and policies
Offers a global perspective in tackling hand hygiene issues in developed and developing countries
Coverage of basic and highly complex clinical applications of hand hygiene practices
Includes novel and unusual aspects and issues in hand hygiene such as religious and cultural aspects and patient participation
Offers guidance at the individual, institutional, and organizational levels for national and worldwide hygiene promotion campaigns