Handwashing vs hand sanitiser
Keeping your hands clean is the easiest way to reduce the risk of contagion, for your own and for others’ sake. In general, both regular handwashing and the use of hand sanitiser, when done correctly, are highly effective at killing most microbes and pathogens. However, due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, the healthcare segment is globally suffering from a lack of supply of hand sanitisers.
How to reduce risk of infection
Even though COVID-19 is a new virus, it has been confirmed that the virus enters your body via your eyes, nose and/or mouth, so to reduce the risk of getting infected:
Avoid touching your face
Avoid touching your face with unwashed hands, keeping the germs away from the eyes, nose and mouth through which you can get infected.
Cough into your elbow
Make sure to cover your nose and mouth if you cough or sneeze. Use a paper hand towel, a tissue or sneeze into your sleeve/elbow. This will reduce the risk of spreading the disease.
Conduct proper hand hygiene
Wash your hands often using warm water and soap, and dry them on a clean towel. You can also use hand sanitizer, however, keep in mind that the healthcare segment is currently in short supply.
Practice social distancing
The success of social distancing requires that people maintain social contact with friends, family and colleagues from a distance. Internet-based communications are therefore a key tool for ensuring a successful social distancing strategy.
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