November 8, 2002

As part of the MGH Hand Hygiene Program, posters have been distributed throughout the hospital this week to remind MGHers to practice good hand hygiene both before and after patient contact. By using Cal Stat – the waterless hand disinfectant available on all inpatient units and outpatient practices – employees and staff can reduce the risk of spreading infections.

This hand hygiene poster is the second in a series that will be distributed regularly to remind MGHers about the importance of proper hand hygiene.

For more information about the Hand Hygiene Program, call the Infection Control Unit at (617) 726-2036.