• Hand Washing

    Germs can come in the form of bacteria, viruses or other microbes that get onto your hands when you touch other people or things. Once the germs are on your hands, you can touch your eyes, mouth, or nose and get sick. The easiest way to prevent this from happening is to wash your hands. Using soap and water is best, but if that isn't available, sanitizer works just fine.

    It is most important to wash your hands before eating, before preparing food, after using the bathroom, and before touching your face, eyes, nose or mouth.

    1. Wet your hands with running water.
    2. Apply soap.
    3. Rub your hands together for at least 20 seconds, remembering to wash the backs of your hands and between your fingers. You can sing the ABCs, Happy Birthday (twice), or hum the Imperial March from Star Wars to make sure you're washing long enough. 
    4. Rinse your hands with running water.
    5. Dry your hands using a clean towel or an air dryer.
    6. Use your towel to turn off the faucet.

    Bam! Just like that, you're the superhero of your own day, protecting your body from illness.