The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends handwashing at several key times to minimize the risk of infection:
- Before, during, and after preparing food - Before eating food - After using the toilet - After blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing - After touching garbage - After touching animals or animal waste - Before and after caring for someone who is sick
By adhering to these guidelines, individuals can significantly reduce their risk of contracting and spreading infectious diseases.
