If so, it’s probably a good idea to wash your hands. Think: straps on BART, poles on Muni, frequently handled items in the grocery store. But “if you’re touching something that’s rarely touched by ...

The Centers for Disease Control and prevention offers free, downloadable resources for improving patient safety in healthcare organizations. The agency has updated offerings for two of its posters ...

If you’re picnicking outdoors and don't have access to clean, running water, the CDC recommends using a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol to clean your hands.

Dry your hands using a clean paper towel (best bet), hand dryer (OK), or let them air dry (in a pinch). According to both doctors and the CDC, you should wash your hands: Before, during and after ...

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

Once your hands are wet, apply a generous amount of soap. The CDC recommends scrubbing the front and back of your hands, ...

According to the CDC, washing your hands is particularly important to help prevent the spread of many types of illnesses, including the new coronavirus known as SARS-CoV-2. Learn how to wash your ...

Rinse your hands under clean, running water. Dry your hands using a clean towel or air dry them. The CDC recommends that everyone wash their hands: Before, during, and after preparing food; Before ...