According to the Centers for Disease Control, hand washing is one of the best ways to limit the transfer of germs such as bacteria, viruses and microbes. That's
why it's essential to wash your hands, especially :
why it's essential to wash your hands, especially :
- After using the bathroom
- After changing a diaper ( Wash the diaper-wearer ' s
hands, too. ) - After touching animals or animal waste
- Before and after preparing or handling food, especially
raw meat, poultry or fish - Before eating
- After blowing your nose
- After coughing or sneezing into your hands
- Before and after treating wounds or cuts
- Before and after touching a sick or injured person
- After handling money
- After handling garbage
- Before inserting or removing contact lenses
- When using public restrooms.
