In today’s go-go-go world, we shake hands, twist doorknobs, handle cash and play with gadgets all day yet how often do we stop to really consider what is clinging to our hands? Doctors in Pakistan and globally say that hand washing is among the easiest and most effective ways to protect yourself and others from germs, viruses and infections that can cause disease and illness.
In this blog, we will discuss the importance of hand hygiene, what doctors say is the best way to wash your hands, why following the best hand wash SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) matters and how utilizing the best hand wash liquids, hand sanitizers, auto dispensers, and hand towels can protect you and your family.
Why Do Doctors Promote Washing Hands?
Radiologists, infectious disease experts and public health professionals in Pakistan say the message remains the same there: clean hands save lives. Studies have shown that regular and proper hand hygiene can prevent the spread of diseases not only including flu and Covid-19, but also diarrhea and even some skin infections.
There are strict hand hygiene protocols in place for doctors and nurses within the hospitals and clinics throughout Pakistan. They wash or sanitize their hands whenever they come and go from a patient, to avoid cross-contamination. This logic cannot be applied selectively — at home, in school, in the office or in a restaurant.
How Doctors Recommend Washing Your Hands: SOPs You Should Be Following
The correct Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with respect to hand washing shouldn’t just be for hospitals for each household and business. Here’s a basic, doctor-approved hand washing SOP you can use at home, at the workplace or out in the world:
Wet Hands: Wet your hands with clean, running water (warm or cold).
Lather: Use a hand wash liquid soap that is good for your hands.
Work into a lather: Rub hands together, cleaning the backs of your hands, the spaces between your fingers, and under your nails.
Scrub for at least 20 seconds: You can hum “Happy Birthday” twice to time it.
Rinse Thoroughly: Run the water and rinse away all the soap.
Dry Thoroughly: Pat dry with a clean hand towel or a disposable tissue. Use of common fabric towels is to be discouraged in public places.
When soap and water is not available, doctors say to use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 70% ethanol or isopropyl alcohol.
What are the benefits of a quality hand wash liquid?
A decent hand wash liquid will clean away dirt, oils and germs without leaving your skin feeling tight. In Pakistan, many people are still using harsh soaps or detergents that can dry out the skin and cause more fissures — those little cracks, in fact, can turn out to be a breeding ground for more germs!
Opting for a pH-balanced, dermatologist-tested hand wash means your skin stays healthy while achieving the highest level of sanitation. Scented or antibacterial choices are a favorite in homes and offices, but you’ll want to select a reputable brand that truly does kill germs without resorting to dangerous chemicals.
Hand Sanitizers: When to Use Them and How They Work
Suddenly it is a fixture of everyday life in Pakistan, whether going to the mosque, the market, school or work. A hand sanitizer is effective if it contains at least 60–70% of alcohol to kill bacteria and viruses.
Doctors advise:
- Try a sanitizer when there is no soap and water.
- Apply a palmful of sanitizer.
- Rub it all over your hands, through your fingertips, until dry (around 20 seconds).
- You don’t want to wipe or rinse your hands until it dries.
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In Pakistan, automatic hand sanitizer dispensers have now popped up in offices, shopping malls, restaurants and mosques. These dispensers are touch-free — wave your hand under the sensor and it dispenses the proper amount of sanitizer.
Doctors and infection control professionals love the auto dispensers for:
They minimize physical touch with objects.
They also help keep high-traffic areas clean.
They make sanitizer use the same for everyone!
Don’t limit hand hygiene for your home: if you are running commercial businesses, it would be great to install auto hand sanitizer dispensers at the entrance, near the washrooms and general areas, to show your care for your customers’ and staff’s health.
Hand Cleaning Towels Aside from toilet paper, don’t forget we need hand cleaning towels.
Thorough hand drying is as crucial as washing. Germs are transmitted more easily from wet hands than dry hands. In homes, always dry your hands with a clean towel. Offices and public spaces: Stock your bathrooms and kitchens with disposable paper towels instead of cloth towels, which can become breeding grounds for bacteria if reused too that’s too often.
Heavy Duty Cleaners for the Hands
In some industries automotive, in printing, in factories regular soap may not suffice. Workers who handle grease, oils, or paints will also benefit from heavy-duty hand cleaners, which are formulated to dissolve tough dirt without harming the skin. Today, many garages, workshops and industrial premises in Pakistan stock them to ensure staff hygiene and safety.
A clean habit for a healthier Pakistan
Whether you are a parent teaching your children, a teacher in a classroom, a business owner, or simply an individual who cares about maintaining good health, practicing good hand hygiene is not just for you, but also all of those around you. Doctors and health workers are clear that if every Pakistani followed his and the WHO’s advice to wash his hands, countless cases of seasonal flu, stomach infections and even potentially life-threatening diseases would not be spread.
Final Thoughts
In conclusion, effective hand cleaning is not a rule it’s a vital responsibility. At home, use a quality hand wash liquid, in your bag or car, carry a hand sanitizer and in public areas, install auto dispensers, and do not forget to dry your hands with a clean towel or tissue.
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