Don't just wash your hands -- wash them for long enough.
The measures you can take to prevent spreading germs are simple -- it's a matter of being thorough and consistent. For example, although most people know that they should wash their hands to prevent infection, most people -- even medical professionals -- do not wash long enough. Good habits can help you prevent spreading germs.
Instructions
1. Wash your hands with soap and water. To make sure you're washing them long enough, sing a song: If you sing "Yankee Doodle" once through, that's about the right length of time.
2. Cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze -- but not with your bare hand. Use a tissue or handkerchief, or if nothing else is available, turn your head and sneeze into your shoulder.
3. Avoid physical contact if you're sick. Shaking hands, touching or kissing can result in the spread of germs.
4. Stay home if you're sick to avoid exposing others to your germs.
5. Prepare food carefully, according to standard food safety rules, to avoid spreading germs in food and causing food poisoning. For example, don't chop vegetables on a surface you just used for chopping raw meat.
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