Handwashing

Wash hands often as it is one of the best ways to protect yourself from disease, and to stop the spread of germs to others. 

Follow these five steps when washing hands:

1. Wet
2. Lather
3. Scrub… long enough to sing the “Happy Birthday” song
4. Rinse
5. Dry

Download + post these handwashing signs in the kitchens and bathrooms of your workplace, school, or community building:

• Wash Your Hands sign -- in English and Spanish
  
• Keep healthy sign

Schools and childcare facilities are great places to reinforce handwashing habits.
Check out these classroom activities and plans for teacher.