A Google Doodle is a special, temporary alteration of the logo on Google’s homepage. Google’s Doodle is intended to commemorate holidays, events, achievements, and notable historical figures. With the coronavirus spreading in many countries and have resulted in death of more than 10,000 people globally Google has dedicated its Doodle to scientist Dr Ignaz Semmelweis and hand washing.
Who was Dr Ignaz Semmelweis?
Dr Ignaz Semmelweis was the pioneer in finding the medical benefits associated with washing hands. Dr Ignaz Semmelweis, discovered in 1847 that hand-washing with a solution of chlorinated lime reduced the incidence of fatal childbirth fever in maternity institutions.
About the Doodle:
The doodle featured an animated Semmelweis and shared a video illustration of the necessary steps for washing hands to prevent contraction of coronavirus. The five things listed include washing of hands, coughing in the elbow, stopping from touching the face, keep a safe distance while interacting with people and staying at home when feeling sick.
“In light of the global COVID-19 outbreak, today’s #GoogleDoodle recognizes Dr Ignaz Semmelweis, widely known as the first person to suggest the life-saving benefits of hand washing,” tweeted Google Doodle.
As a part of the doodle, the search engine has also recently added a public service announcement about five things that should be done to prevent contraction of the coronavirus.
“DO THE FIVE Help stop coronavirus,” said the public service announcement.
As the celebrities, politicians and public officials are raising awareness about the right way to wash hands as a precautionary measure against coronavirus, Google has also come forward with its new Doodle focussing on importance of hand washing.
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