How to wash your hands: step by step 

We all know how important it is to wash our hands, but do you wash your hands properly? In this post we'll show you how to wash your hands step by step.

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Until a few days ago, most people washed their hands quickly, hardly paying attention to it. But since the spread of Coronavirus pandemic, hygiene measures have been stepped up, especially for hands.

Respiratory viruses, such as coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2), are spread through mucous membranes. They can enter through the eyes, nose, and mouth. This probability is quite high, since almost without us realising it our hands are in constant contact with our face, which explains how the virus can be passed from person to person.

How the WHO advises us to wash our hands

One of the best ways to prevent this infection is to wash your hands frequently with soap and water. Yes! A simple thing like that can protect us. But do you know how to wash your hands properly? Take note:

  1. Wet your hands with running water.
  2. Apply enough soap to cover your hands.
  3. Rub the soap all over the surface: palms, between the fingers, thumbs and backs. Continue the routine for at least 20 seconds.
  4. Rinse well with running water.
  5. Dry your hands with a clean cloth or a single-use towel.


 

How much time should I spend washing my hands?

We recommend continuing the washing routine for 20 to 30 seconds. A simple way to measure this is to sing the whole Happy Birthday song twice.

With regard to hydro-alcoholic disinfectant gel, it is important that it contain at least 60% alcohol. As for the time, we also recommend rubbing it on your hands for at least 20 seconds.


 

When should I wash my hands?

 In order to prevent Coronavirus we recommend washing your hands as much as possible in the following cases:


  • After blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing.
  • After contacting someone who has sneezed or coughed.
  • After using the bathroom, visiting a public space or touching dirty surfaces.
  • Before and after lunch.
  • Before and after caring for a sick person and also while you are caring for them.
  • Every time you arrive home from outside.

As much as possible, you should always wash your hands in the following cases:

  • After going to the bathroom.
  • Before and after lunch.
  • After being in contact with rubbish.
  • After touching animals and pets.
  • After changing a baby's nappy or helping a child use the toilet.
  • Whenever your hands are visibly dirty.


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