Handwashing is the best way to protect yourself and your family from getting sick. 

• Wash your hands often
  
  
• Wash your hand with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or sing happy birthday twice
  
  
• Only use hand sanitizer when you do not have access to a sink or when your hands are not visibly soiled and wash your hands with soap and water as soon as possible
  
  
• Make sure hand sanitizer is at least 60% alcohol
  
  
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands
  
  
• When to wash your hands:
  
  • After blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing
  • Before eating
  • After using the restroom
  • After leaving a public place
  • Before and after touching your face
  • After handling your face covering
  • After changing a diaper
  • After caring for someone who is sick
  • After touching animals or pets
  • After touching garbage