With the old saying 'coughs and sneezes spread diseases' very firmly at the forefront of everyones mind following influenza outbreaks and media speculaton over bird flu, a national incentive to address workplace 'wellbeing' and absenteeism is being launched by Deb, maker's of Cutan hand care products.

A respected and recognised hand hygiene brand trusted by healthcare professionals, the Cutan brand is being made available to educate and inform employers and employees on the importance of good hand hygiene practices as a method of combating illness in the workplace.

Through Cutan Foam Hand Sanitiser, Deb believes emplyers can set an example on employee wellbeing by providing not only adeqate hand washing facilities but excellent hand sanitising 'bug killing' protection for their staff. Effective against a wide range of microbes responsible for causing many of us to feel unwell, Cutan Foam Hand Sanitiser is already a huge success in the healthcare and food manufacturing sectors.

Seen as a revolutionary alternative to alcohol gels whilst delivering excellent cost in per use application, Cutan Foam Hand Sanitiser has a proven effectiveness against 99.999% of many common harmful bacteria and meets European microbiological performance standard EN1500, all of which goes a long way towards reducing absenteeism and saving employers £millions inclurred from 'sick days'

Andrew Holden, marketin manager for the Cutan brand said: "Computer keyboards, phones, coins, door knobs and light switches are renowned for harbouring bacteria but they are significantly neglected when it comes to cleanliness. These items act as vehicles for transporting potentially harmful microbes. Debs aim is to educate and to support employers in promoting a healthier working environment for thier employees."

With Cutan Hand Foam Sanitiser, available in 50ml personall use, 250ml bottles and 1 litre dispensing systems, Deb hopes to raise awareness of employee wellbeing by offering simple yet cost effective measures along with support and training which can be put in place throughout offices to encourage a clean and much healthier environment for everyone.