Overview

• The 2025 State of Handwashing Report reveals that 48% of U.S. adults neglect handwashing at key moments, such as after visiting public places or healthcare settings.
• Only 30% of survey participants reported washing their hands after sneezing or coughing, raising concerns about the spread of respiratory illnesses.
• Despite widespread awareness of the 20-second soap-and-water method, many fail to consistently apply this practice, with men and younger adults showing lower compliance rates.
• The NFID's Hands In For Handwashing campaign, featuring a Clean Hands Caravan mobile station, aims to promote better hygiene practices and reduce disease transmission.
• Proper handwashing could prevent up to 80% of infectious diseases and save approximately one million lives globally each year, according to health experts.