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Handling and Safe Disposing of PPE ,Facemasks and Gloves during COVID-19

 Practices to Prevent and Reduce the Spread of COVID-19.

 solid waste disposal of facemasks, used gloves, forearm coverings, and other single use PPE apparel should be placed in routine lined and lidded or covered receptacles. Ideally, firms should consider using dedicated bins or containers to collect this PPE.

The International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking (IDADA) Celebrations.

The International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking (IDADA) celebrations will be marked virtually on June 26, 2020 from 2.00 pm to 4.00 pm.  The theme is “Better Knowledge for Better Care.”

Panelists will discuss the effects of Alcohol and Drug Abuse, especially during this COVID-19 period, how to promote health seeking behavior and lifestyle changes among students and staff.

Advice on the safe use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers against COVID 19

To protect yourself and others against COVID-19, clean your hands frequently and thoroughly. Use alcohol-based hand sanitizer or wash your hands with soap and water. If you use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer, make sure you use and store it carefully. Keep alcohol-based hand sanitizers out of children’s reach. Teach them how to apply the sanitizer and monitor its use. Apply a coin-sized amount on your hands.

Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Stephen Kiama appointed chairperson of Commonwealth Universities Regional Committee

The University of Nairobi Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Stephen Kiama has been appointed to serve as the Chairperson of the newly formed East and Southern Africa (ESA) Regional Committee of the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU). The term is for two years. The Committee is part the 500 ACU membership whose headquarters is in United Kingdom.