Proper Hand Washing Kills Germs and Prevents Illness
Hand washing with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer are both effective in killing germs when done properly and frequently.
Doctors, nurses and especially moms know that in order to decrease the spread of bacteria or germs that cause illness, hands must be washed frequently. Soap and water does a good job at removing surface dirt and is necessary if hands are visibly soiled, yet to kill bacteria, both soap and water and an alcohol-based hand sanitizer are effective as long as they are used properly.
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Hand washing is one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of germs that can cause illness. Proper hand washing is especially important during the cold and flu season.
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