17/05/2026
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Clean hands are one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of germs and infectious diseases. Regular handwashing with soap and water for at least 20 seconds helps protect not only ourselves but also our classmates, teachers, and the entire school community.
This health reminder supports the efforts of the Department of Education in promoting safe and healthy school environments through proper hygiene practices. By making handwashing a daily habit, learners, educators, and stakeholders contribute to stronger health protection in schools.
According to the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases, proper hand hygiene remains one of the simplest and most effective strategies to reduce the transmission of disease-causing germs. Global health authorities such as the World Health Organization and UNICEF also emphasize handwashing as a critical public health measure in schools and communities.
Let us all work together to promote healthy habits and build safer learning environments for everyone.
Sources:
1.National Foundation for Infectious Diseases. (2025). 2025 State of handwashing report.https://www.nfid.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/2025-NFID-State-of-Handwashing-Report.pdf
2.World Health Organization. (2022). Hand hygiene in community settings. https://www.who.int
3.UNICEF. (2021). Water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) in schools: Global baseline report. https://www.unicef.org
4.Department of Education. (2016). Policy and guidelines on the comprehensive water, sanitation and hygiene in schools (WinS) program. DepEd Order No. 10, s. 2016. https://www.deped.gov.ph