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How to properly wash your hands
Wet your hands with clean, running water and apply soap.
Rub them together to make a lather and scrub them well; be sure to scrub the backs of hands, between fingers, and under nails.
Continue rubbing for at least 20 seconds. Sing the “Happy Birthday” song twice to time yourself!
Rinse hands well under running water.
Dry your hands using a paper towel or an air dryer.
When to wash your hands
Before you prepare food, handle clean utensils, or clean cooking equipment.
After touching your face, hair, nose, etc.
After using the toilet room.
After caring for or handling animals.
After coughing, sneezing, using a handkerchief or disposable tissue, using tobacco, eating, or drinking.
After handling dirty utensils or cooking equipment.
When switching from handling raw foods to foods that are ready to eat.
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