By the standards of most U.S. surveys, an 83 percent overall compliance rate would be outstanding. But the issue is whether we wash our hands after using public restrooms, as researched by the American Society for Microbiology and the Soap and Detergent Association. The trade group found that 75 percent of men and 90 percent of women do (with higher percentages saying that they do when they don’t — tsk, tsk). The differences between male and female plumbing are real, but so is the public health risk posed by those who flush and dash. Didn’t our mothers teach us better than this?
Posted by Rhonda Holman
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That’s why I always “papertowel” my way out of public bathrooms!!
I agree that there is nothing more disgusting than knowing that someone didn’t wash their hands after using the restroom. It reminds me of “Poppy” on Seinfeld! I also worry about people sneezing on my grocery cart, etc. Carry hand santitizer and wash your hands often… Always good advice.
My boss doesn’t wash his hands after peeing. I, too use paper towels on the door handle as I leave (after washing my hands!).Come on, people!
Gheesh Just send people the washing your hands video when you see them not washing up after using the bathroom. washing your hands video is here http://www.healthrattle.com/cleanhands/