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Mayo Clin Proc August 2012 PMID 22656243

The hygienic efficacy of different hand-drying methods: a review of the evidence.

Cunrui Huang, Wenjun Ma, Susan Stack

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The overall tone reflects agreement with the idea that paper towels are more effective, as seen in comments praising the review as 'nerdy' and 'favorite research,' indicating genuine interest. Certain discussions extend to practical concerns like cost effectiveness, while others emphasize the importance of hygiene, illustrating moderate engagement and perceived impact of the findings.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts support that paper towels are more hygienic than electric dryers, aligning with the review's findings.

InterestHigh interest

Discussions show high interest, with posts praising the research and debating costs and effectiveness.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts include personal opinions, references to cost, and health implications, indicating moderate engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

Some posts suggest the research influences public health choices and awareness about hygiene practices.

Abstract in brief

  • The review emphasizes that drying hands properly after washing is crucial for preventing bacteria transmission, especially in healthcare settings.
  • The study analyzed 12 research articles (published between 1970 and 2011) focusing on how well different hand-drying methods remove bacteria, dry hands quickly, and prevent cross-contamination.
  • The findings suggest that paper towels are generally more effective than electric air dryers in drying hands, removing bacteria, and maintaining hygiene, making them the preferred method in sensitive environments like hospitals.]
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@pachekkkko · X

@mishoo8 @MafeCastellanos Eso ya lo sabe todo mundo. Pero son más baratos que las toallas de papel. #ToiletPaperApocalypse https://t.co/Q9wQKxX5A0

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Melissa Sandfort
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Let's nerd out! My favorite research paper on hand washing! The Hygienic Efficacy of Different Hand-Drying Methods: A Review of the Evidence https://t.co/OzqoXOntUJ

Jan 30, 2021 · 1 like · 163 followers View post →
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@gestiondeenferm · X

#imprescindible The Hygienic Efficacy of Different Hand-Drying Methods: A Review of the Evidence - ScienceDirect https://t.co/97zzs6QVhj, see more https://t.co/kURNBdaKI1

Jan 2, 2019 · 9,690 followers View post →
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@893Koki · X

The Hygienic Efficacy of Different Hand-Drying Methods: A Review of the Evidence お手洗いの後にハンドドライヤーで手乾かすよりもペーパータオルを使って乾かす方が細菌の予防には効果的らしい。

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外来のエアタオルが活動を止め、 ペーパータオルが設置されました 手洗いは乾燥までが大事 The hygienic efficacy of different hand-drying methods: a review of the evidence. PMID：22656243

Mar 17, 2020 · 183 followers View post →
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The hygienic efficacy of different hand-drying methods: a review of the evidence. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/q5RNbOVpMQ

Mar 16, 2020 · 2 followers View post →

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Aarnav Bhargava
@AarnavBhargava_ · X

Huang, C., Ma, W., & Stack, S. (2012). The Hygienic Efficacy of Different Hand-Drying Methods: A Review of the Evidence. Mayo Clinic Proceedings, 87(8), 791. https://t.co/fh22ZpdkAt

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Melissa Sandfort
@MelissaSandfort · X

Let's nerd out! My favorite research paper on hand washing! The Hygienic Efficacy of Different Hand-Drying Methods: A Review of the Evidence https://t.co/OzqoXOntUJ

Jan 30, 2021 · 1 like · 163 followers View post →
бафомет
@pachekkkko · X

@mishoo8 @MafeCastellanos Eso ya lo sabe todo mundo. Pero son más baratos que las toallas de papel. #ToiletPaperApocalypse https://t.co/Q9wQKxX5A0

Mar 18, 2020 · 2 likes · 52 followers View post →
pharmacist
@pharmacistKAMO · X

外来のエアタオルが活動を止め、 ペーパータオルが設置されました 手洗いは乾燥までが大事 The hygienic efficacy of different hand-drying methods: a review of the evidence. PMID：22656243

Mar 17, 2020 · 183 followers View post →
StopJetDryersNOW
@jet_stop · X

The hygienic efficacy of different hand-drying methods: a review of the evidence. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/q5RNbOVpMQ

Mar 16, 2020 · 2 followers View post →
きたとも
@893Koki · X

The Hygienic Efficacy of Different Hand-Drying Methods: A Review of the Evidence お手洗いの後にハンドドライヤーで手乾かすよりもペーパータオルを使って乾かす方が細菌の予防には効果的らしい。

Jul 13, 2019 · 590 followers View post →
GestiónDeEnfermería
@gestiondeenferm · X

#imprescindible The Hygienic Efficacy of Different Hand-Drying Methods: A Review of the Evidence - ScienceDirect https://t.co/97zzs6QVhj, see more https://t.co/kURNBdaKI1

Jan 2, 2019 · 9,690 followers View post →