Hand Sanitisers : Malpractice, Health & Safety

September 15, 2020
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Healthcare professional demonstrating proper medical examination techniques with focus on safety protocols and patient education in a clinical setting.
Safety education gaps leave adolescents vulnerable to practices popularized online without medical context. When young people encounter risky behaviors through unmoderated sources, the consequences can be irreversible—underscoring why comprehensive health education must address the dangers that social media promotes. [Image source: Karmactive Health archive]

Sanitisers have become one of the important precautionary measures against COVID-19 other than social distancing and use of masks. But how legitimate and functional are these sanitisers in the local market?

Dr. M S Kamath talks about the increased hype and decreasing quality of sanitisers in the market. The CGSI monitored the quality check of over 100 different sanitiser samples from the local market to understand their caliber and authenticity. Methanol, which is banned by the government, was also found in these samples. Connect with CGSI Become A Responsible Consumer.

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