The useful idea
- The useful idea
Hand washing (or handwashing), also called hand hygiene, is the process of cleaning the hands with soap or handwash and water to eliminate bacteria, viruses, dirt, microorganisms, and other potentially
- How it works
Drying of the washed hands is part of the process as wet and moist hands are more easily recontaminated.
- Why it matters
If soap and water are unavailable, hand sanitizer that is at least 60% (v/v) alcohol in water can be used as long as hands are not visibly excessively dirty or greasy.
Why this matters
Use Hand washing to ask clearer questions; personal health decisions still belong with a qualified professional.
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Use Hand washing to ask clearer questions; personal health decisions still belong with a qualified professional.
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- The useful idea — correct
- Why it matters
Hand washing (or handwashing), also called hand hygiene, is the process of cleaning the hands with soap or handwash and water to eliminate bacteria, viruses, dirt, microorganisms, and other potentially
General education only — not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.