The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that more than 800,000 deaths caused by various infectious agents could be avoided with the simple act of washing their hands well. That is why it considers this measure, which in the 19th century was integrated into medicine and changed it forever, as the simplest, cheapest and most effective to prevent infections, care for health and protect life. “Acting to save lives” has been the slogan 2026 of …
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The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that more than 800,000 deaths caused by various infectious agents could be avoided with the simple act of washing their hands well. That is why it considers this measure, which in the 19th century was integrated into medicine and changed it forever, as the simplest, cheapest and most effective to prevent infections, care for health and protect life. “Acting to save lives” has been the slogan 2026 of …