Who Knew Hand Washing Could Be So Dangerous

Explore the remarkable journey of Dr. Ignaz Semmelweis, an unsung hero of public health whose advocacy for hand hygiene in 19th-century maternity wards sparked a medical revolution. Our latest episode delves into Semmelweis's story, from his groundbreaking efforts that saved countless lives to the tragic consequences he faced. Join us as we uncover the captivating tale of a visionary whose ideas were ahead of his time, leaving a lasting legacy in every wash and scrub.Participate in clinical research!www.ENCOREdocs.comShare with a friend. Rate, Review, and Subscribe to the ENCORE Research Group podcast to be notified when new episodes are released.Follow us on Social Media:FacebookInstagramTwitterLinkedInTiktokFor more great content, including discussions by physicians and clinical research experts, check out the MedEvidence podcast. www.MedEvidence.com Thank you for listening!References:Boyce, J. M. (2021). Hand hygiene, an update. Infectious Disease Clinics, 35(3), 553-573. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.idc.2021.04.003Edmonds-Wilson, S. L., Nurinova, N. I., Zapka, C. A., Fierer, N., & Wilson, M. (2015). Review of human hand microbiome research. Journal of dermatological science, 80(1), 3-12. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0923181115300268Skowron, K., Bauza-Kaszewska, J., Kraszewska, Z., Wiktorczyk-Kapischke, N., Grudlewska-Buda, K., Kwiecińska-Piróg, J., ... & Gospodarek-Komkowska, E. (2021). Human skin microbiome: Impact of intrinsic and extrinsic factors on skin microbiota. Microorganisms, 9(3), 543. https://doi.org/10.3390/microorganisms9030543Semrnelweis, I. (1861). Die Aetiologie, der Begriff und die Prophylaxis des Kindbettfiebers, C. A. Hartleben's Verlag-Expedition, Translated by K. Codell Carter. Madison, 1983 https://archive.org/details/b28064045Widmer, A. F. (2000). Replace hand washing with use of a waterless alcohol hand rub?. Clinical infectious diseases, 31(1), 136-143. https://academic.oup.com/cid/article/31/1/136/317796Share with a friend. Rate, Review, and Subscribe to MedEvidence! Articles to be notified when new episodes are released.Follow us on Social Media:FacebookInstagramTwitterLinkedInTiktokYoutubeFor more great content, including discussions by physicians and clinical research experts, check out the MedEvidence! Podcast and MedEvidence.comThank you for listening!