mexicali, October 23, 2023. – Hand washing is a simple, effective and economical measure to protect your health, therefore, Baja California State Government and Municipal Workers Security and Social Services Institute (ISSSTECALI), Promoting this habit can help avoid illness.
this Angélica Pon Méndez, Deputy Chief Medical Director of ISSSTECALIExplaining that during this season, germs such as bacteria and viruses can remain on the hands when sneezing, clearing the nose, and spread through contaminated food, physical contact with other people and surfaces, and the bodily fluids of sick people.
“Handwashing helps prevent the common cold and other illnesses like this COVID-19 and influenza; and most types of infectious diarrhea,” he commented.
It is recommended to wash your hands with warm water, making sure the water is not too hot for your child’s hands, and rub your hands vigorously with soap for 20 seconds. You don’t need to use antibacterial soap, any soap will do, but you should make sure to wash between your fingers, under your nails and on your wrists. Rinse your hands and dry them with a clean, dry towel. If washing is not possible, use antibacterial gel.
Finally, Pang Mendez emphasized that you should wash your hands before eating, after using the bathroom, after touching pets, after playing or coming into contact with dirt or sand, and before and after contact with sick people.