Sanitation and good hygiene practices in early childhood have lifelong benefits, study shows.

Environmental factors such as sanitation and hygiene can have a profound and longterm impact on our health.

22 May, 2024

Toilet seat up or down? The truth about flushing and germs

A new study shows that flushing with the lid open might not make any difference to the spread of some germs — but there are implications for cleaning.

15 May, 2024

Gyms, germs and the critical importance of a good cleaning routine

While a regular workout at the gym can be good for the health, all that huffing, puffing and sweating can make fitness centres hotbeds for germs.

8 May, 2024

No time for complacency on restroom hygiene

How technology is helping to improve restroom cleaning and hygiene standards.

4 December, 2023

Office cleanliness boosts employee satisfaction, research finds

Study reveals link between clean, well-functioning workplace and employee satisfaction.

8 October, 2023

Essity praised for sustainability performance

Hygiene and health company, Essity, has received a Platinum medal from EcoVadis, placing it in the top one percent of businesses assessed by the sustainability rating company.

26 June, 2023

Essity divests operations in Russia

Global hygiene and health company, Essity, has divested the entirety of the its operations in Russia.

13 June, 2023

Diversey report highlights impact of disinfectant contact time and formulation

Prior to this research, little was known about disinfectant efficacy against C. auris when using disinfectant towelettes to wipe larger surfaces.

9 June, 2023

Office spaces: Is your business set up to protect people from germs?

How to create a comprehensive hygiene plan that promotes collective responsibility.

30 November, 2022

New hygiene and health survey identifies largest threats to future of wellbeing

Poor hygiene standards in public spaces among top concerns, study finds.

11 October, 2022

Essity extends partnership with UNICEF

Essity and UNICEF sign new three-year agreement to drive hygiene awareness.

19 June, 2022

Study reveals germiest hotspots in planes and hotels

Germ-harbouring spots include seatbelts on planes and elevator buttons and TV remotes in hotels.

25 May, 2022