Today is a global reminder that clean hands save lives and it is important we share knowledge about hand hygiene to reduce the spread of harmful germs, and keep patients and healthcare workers safe.
The Commission’s theme for WHHD 2026 is ‘Action saves lives – Safer care starts with clean hands’.
Use our new resources
Our updated resources include a new 5 easy steps for hand washing poster, a WHHD quiz, and a training presentation making it easy to refresh knowledge and encourage action in your workplace about the importance of hand hygiene.
Get behind WHHD 2026 efforts in your health service! Please share these resources with your Communications team and networks to amplify the importance of hand hygiene in keeping patients and healthcare workers safe.
Use the Commission’s resources available at safetyandquality.gov.au/WHHD
More information
Visit safetyandquality.gov.au/WHHD or email HAI@safetyandquality.gov.au