World Hand Hygiene Day 2026

World Hand Hygiene Day promotes effective hand hygiene in health care.

Frequently asked questions

When is World Hand Hygiene Day 2026?

World Hand Hygiene Day 2026 is on Tuesday, 5 May 2026.

What day of the week is World Hand Hygiene Day 2026?

It falls on Tuesday.

How is World Hand Hygiene Day calculated?

This event is observed every year on 5 May.