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Importance of Handwashing
Posted by Munhi Sohn on 9/8/2020
The best way to keep healthy during cold and flu season is to FIGHT GERMS by WASHING YOUR HANDS!
According to CDC...Hand washing is like a "do-it-yourself vaccine!
Effective hand washing involves five simple and effective step:
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Wet
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Lather
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Scrub
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Rinse
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Dry
Regular hand washing, before and after certain activities, is one of the best ways to remove germs, avoid getting sick, and prevent the spread of germs to others. Remember to lather for 20 seconds!
Remember...
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Check out the CDC website for more information and helpful tips at https://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/when-how-handwashing.html