By Lorin Jackson and Frankie Snow

From PHN Issue 42, Spring 2020

Handwashing

Handwashing can help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Here are some tips for handwashing:

• Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
• Make sure you rub all hand surfaces with soap, including thumbs, fingertips, and backs of hands.
• Dry with a paper towel if possible, and use that to turn the water off.
• Always wash your hands before and after eating, and after coughing, sneezing, blowing your nose, or being in a crowded area.
• If soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer that contains 70% alcohol or more.
• It is believed that the virus enters the body through the eyes, nose, or mouth. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

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