Good Hand Washing

Infection Control Service: "Good hand washing is the most important infection control practice. When washing hands:

* Use warm running water and soap.
* Lather and rub hands together, paying attention to fingertips, cuticles, around rings and under nails.
* Spend at least 15 seconds lathering and washing hands.
* Rinse hands thoroughly and pat dry.
* Turn off the taps with paper towel.
* Apply lotion several times throughout the day to help prevent dry, cracked skin (which can be an opening for infection)."