This is a Purell hand sanitizer dispenser at a Chick Fil A here in Athens. It is public health because it is a way of promoting good hygiene and preventing germs from spreading. I chose this for my photo blog because I think it is a prime example of what public health is all about: promoting the good and diminishing the bad. It is not a huge breakthrough for the health world, but every little thing helps get that much closer to the goal of better public health.
Hannah Galt
ReplyDeleteFebruary 14, 2013
Photoblog Response
I agree that this is an example of public health. From living in a dorm this year, I have realized that a huge amount of people do not wash their hands after using the restroom. Providing hand sanitizer for patrons is a way to encourage cleanliness, even for those who do not feel the need to take the extra 30 seconds to wash using actual soap and water. Instead they can simply swipe their hands under the automatic dispenser and achieve cleanliness.
I also agree that this is a very good example of public health. These hand sanitizers are out for the public to use, and encouraging people to stay healthy and not spread germs to others. It takes no time to do, and another place that I found that was a great place to have these is in the dining halls right after you enter. The flu is spread easily by just with our hands, so using sanitizers if you don't always have the time to wash your hands is an effective way to diminish outbreaks.
ReplyDelete-Meagan Will 4/2/13