April 29, 2020

Simple first step – Get your handwashing on! Wash hands with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds. It is essential to killing the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The virus has been described as a protein protected by a layer of fat. Soap breaks down the fat to help destroy the protein and wash it away. Use of hand sanitizer with a minimum of 60% alcohol (in lieu of having soap and water available) is another important way to stop the spread of coronavirus. These sanitizers inactivate the virus to eliminate its effects and the spread. If you haven’t washed or used hand sanitizer your face needs to be HANDS OFF! Avoid touching your face (eyes, nose, and mouth) so that you don’t introduce contamination by the virus. Those are primary places where the virus can be transmitted and cause infection. Check out CDC.gov for more information on things you can do to stop the spread of the virus. Washing hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds is essential, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after coughing, sneezing, or blowing one’s nose. (Source: FDA)