Avoiding Upper Respiratory Tract Infections by Not Touching the Face

doi:10.1001/archinternmed.2010.96

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“…This requirement is necessary because there is the possibility of a contaminated hand introducing aerosolized droplets to the mucous membranes of the eyes, nose, and mouth (T-zone) and this could cause an infection. Studies have revealed that the T-zone is the only portal through which all respiratory infections enter the body (Bertsch, 2010;Goldmann, 2000;Lake, 2020;Sawyer & White, 2015). SARS-Cov-2 (COVID-19).…”

Section: Respiratory Hygienementioning

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Applying Behavioral Science in Combating COVID-19 at the Workplace: A Narrative Review

Ahadzi¹,

Owusu²,

Otoo³

et al. 2021

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In the absence of a vaccine, the adoption of responsible behavior is critical to the fight against COVID-19. Practicing preventive etiquettes such as hand washing, hand disinfection, wearing a face mask, practicing physical distancing, disinfection of surfaces and objects can help curb the transmission of the virus at the workplace. This paper focuses on interventions and behaviors required to curb the spread of COVID-19 at workplaces. We undertook a detailed multi-disciplinary literature search on the following topics: hand hygiene, respiratory hygiene, physical distancing, quarantine and isolation, disinfection of objects and surfaces, behavior change, and health crisis communication. We identified interventions that are effective for preventing the spread of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-Cov-2) at workplaces. These findings present very useful non-clinical interventions for preventing COVID-19 in the work environment.

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Section: Respiratory Hygienementioning

confidence: 99%

Applying Behavioral Science in Combating COVID-19 at the Workplace: A Narrative Review

Ahadzi¹,

Owusu²,

Otoo³

et al. 2021

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“…Hand-to-face contact has a substantial role in upper respiratory tract infections, 6 , 7 although COVID-19’s main way of transmission remains symptomatic person-to-person through respiratory droplets. [1] , [2] , [3] , [4] The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the European Center for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) have recently provided guidance to regulate the use of gloves both in the health care setting and in the community.…”

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Changing gears: Medical gloves in the era of coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic

Anedda

Ferreli

Rongioletti

et al. 2020

Clinics in Dermatology

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“…The goal of this is to lower the total amount of aerosolized droplets and to decrease the range of droplet spread, which then in turn decreases the total area of infected surfaces and lowers the density of viruses on the affected surfaces. This is especially important as we shed viral particles for longer periods of time than we suspect (Bertsch, 2010;Winther, Gwaltney, Mygind, Turner, & Hendley, 1986). Yes, you can always cough or sneeze into a tissue if they are available.…”

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“…While not all respiratory pathogens are transmitted via this route, many are, including respiratory syncytial virus and rhinovirus. CDC guidelines for influenza prevention have progressed to include the phrase "avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth" (Bertsch, 2010;CDC, 2013;Goldmann, 2000).…”

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Hand Awareness

Sawyer¹,

White²

2014

NASN School Nurse

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Immunizations/Infectious DiseasesThe concept of Hand Awareness affects a more comprehensive respiratory infection prevention plan than vaccine immunization alone, as most respiratory infections do not have a vaccine solution. Additionally, the resurgence of measles, mumps, and pertussis in those who have been vaccinated is a good reminder that we must improve our approach to respiratory infection prevention. Weak links exist in the vaccine production and administration chain. It is not the panacea we once hoped. Changing behavior, while very difficult, is critical in order to have a greater impact on reducing all respiratory infections. Hand Awareness is defined as an integrated approach of hand hygiene, respiratory etiquette, and cross-contamination awareness practices or, in lay terms, knowing where your hands are and what they are doing at all times. Teaching strategies and resources are explored to assist with student understanding and application of desired behaviors that will achieve the greatest impact of both student and staff productivity and wellness.

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Avoiding Upper Respiratory Tract Infections by Not Touching the Face

Cited by 11 publications

References 5 publications

Applying Behavioral Science in Combating COVID-19 at the Workplace: A Narrative Review

Applying Behavioral Science in Combating COVID-19 at the Workplace: A Narrative Review

Changing gears: Medical gloves in the era of coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic

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