COVID-19 Home Isolation – Washing your hands

Washing your hands is crucial to prevent the spread of the virus. You should wash your hands whenever visibly dirty, and:

• Before cooking and eating
• After using the toilet
• Whenever you re-enter your home

The following video from the NHS UK shows the steps you should follow. If soap and water are not available, hand sanitizer that contains at least 70% alcohol can be used; you follow the same method for hand cleaning, and allow your hands to dry completely when finished:NHS UK