Nursing Home, Holding Hands (IMAGE) Columbia University Irving Medical Center Caption As nursing home infections become more common, simple steps like hand-washing or using sanitizer can help stop the spread of germs. Credit Columbia University School of Nursing Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.