Guest Blogger

According to the Centers for Disease Control, hand washing is one of the best ways to limit the transfer of germs such as bacteria, viruses and microbes. That’s why it’s essential to wash your hands, especially:

• After using the bathroom
• After changing a diaper (Wash the diaper-wearer ‘s hands, too)
• After touching animals or animal waste
• Before and after preparing or handling food, especially raw meat, poultry or fish
• Before eating
• After blowing your nose
• After coughing or sneezing into your hands
• Before and after treating wounds or cuts
• Before and after touching a sick or injured person
• After handling money
• After handling garbage
• Before inserting or removing contact lenses
• When using public restrooms.

“Discovering that mothers are the number one influencers in teaching children to wash their hands reinforces the point that, in most instances, ‘mother knows best’,” said Juan Serrano, senior brand manager, the Dial Complete brand. “To help parents in their efforts to teach their children about hand washing, Dial Complete foaming hand wash has launched the Campaign for Clean Hands, a program designed to engage and educate families about the importance of proper hand-hygiene.”