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    Handwashing is the most important way to prevent the spread of infection. The document lists key times when handwashing should occur, such as before and after preparing food, using the bathroom, changing diapers, coughing or sneezing, and after contact with animals or garbage. Proper handwashing involves washing with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Frequent and proper handwashing is an effective way to help prevent the spread of diseases like COVID-19.

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    Handwashing and Infection Control PDF

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    Maria Madel Aquino
    Handwashing is the most important way to prevent the spread of infection. The document lists key times when handwashing should occur, such as before and after preparing food, using the bathroom, changing diapers, coughing or sneezing, and after contact with animals or garbage. Proper handwashing involves washing with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Frequent and proper handwashing is an effective way to help prevent the spread of diseases like COVID-19.

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    Handwashing and

    Infection Control
    Hand washing is the single
    most important behavior that
    can help prevent the spread
    of infection.

    https://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/when-how-handwashing.html
    Key Moments for Hand Washing:

    • Before, during, and after preparing


    food.
    • Before eating food.
    • Before and after caring for someone at
    home who is sick with vomiting or
    diarrhea.
    • Before and after treating a cut or
    wound.

    https://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/when-how-handwashing.html
    • After using the toilet.
    • After changing the diapers or cleaning up
    a child who has used the toilet.
    • After blowing your nose, coughing, or
    sneezing.
    • After touching an animal, animal feed, or
    animal waste.
    • After handling pet food, or pet treats.
    • After touching garbage.

    https://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/when-how-handwashing.html
    Proper Handwashing
    http://caro.doh.gov.ph/?attachment_id=593
    http://caro.doh.gov.ph/?attachment_id=593
    Make it a habit to wash
    your hands with soap and
    water.

    https://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/when-how-handwashing.html
    How To Prevent Infection?

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