Description

Herbal medicine is the oldest form of healthcare known to mankind. Herbs had been used by all cultures throughout history. It was an integral part of the development of modern civilization. Primitive man observed and appreciated the great diversity of plants available to him. The plants provided food, clothing, shelter, and medicine. Skin is one of the most exposed part of the body requires protection from the pathogens. To protect the skin from harmful micro organisms and to prevent spreading of many contagious diseases hand washing is absolutely an important precaution. Food production workers and food service personnel must be taught to use correct hand and fingertip washing by management in preparation for work. Regulatory authorities do not require the use of a fingernail brush. However, correct use of a fingernail brush to wash hands and fingertips is the best way to assure removal of transient microorganisms. Hands are primary mode of transmission of microbes and infections. Hand hygiene is therefore the most important measure to avoid the transmission of harmful germs and prevent the nosocomial infections.