How to Wash Your Hands?

Tutorial



This Global Handwashing Day, we're excited to share a tutorial on best handwashing practices from field officers Joyce and Patience, along with students from Emusala Primary School in Western Kenya.




Location: Emusala Primary School, Kakamega, Kenya

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