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World Hand Hygiene Day 2026

World Hand Hygiene Day falls on May 5, 2026.

5 May 2026
Date May 5, 2026 Tuesday 41 days ago Source: World Health Organization

About this observance

A WHO campaign day promoting hand hygiene in health care.

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World Hand Hygiene Day is listed for May 5, 2026 in 2026.

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