Hand Paper Towels Vs. Hand Dryers: Which Is More Hygienic?
Its a fact of life: Germs are everywhere. Research suggests that 80 percent of common diseases are spread by dirty hands. Fortunately, going as far back as 1847, scientists have understood that hand washing reduces the spread of microbes. It has also been proven that adequate hand washing significantly reduces the spread of infectious diseases in settings such as healthcare facilities, food-service businesses and daycare centers. While washing hands is the best way to prevent the spread of bacteria and viruses, what about how they are dried?