Hand hygiene and healthcare system change within multi-modal promotion: a narrative review.

B Allegranzi; H Sax; D Pittet

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Hand hygiene and healthcare system change within multi-modal promotion: a narrative review.

April 24, 2013

Allegranzi B, Sax H, Pittet D. J Hosp Infect. 2013;83 Suppl 1:S3-10.

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This review examines the evidence around the use of alcohol-based hand rubs to improve hygiene in health care.

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