On World Food Day, UN agencies urge concerted effort against global hunger

14 October 2011 – The United Nations today reminded people across the world that simply washing hands with soap and water remains the most cost-effective way to prevent diseases, and urged everyone to motivate others, especially children who are easily infected by disease-carrying germs present in dirty hands, to make it a habit. On Global Handwashing Day, to be observed on Saturday, the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has organized events to inspire millions to lather up to prevent life-threate .... [More]