At present, We are faced with new outbreaks and health threats such as COVID-19 and monkeypox (Mpox) that are spreading around the world. International Public Health Emergencies From the above situation. It makes us realize the importance of physical preparation and personal hygiene, and the simple and can be done without investment is "hand washing".

Why wash your hands?

Our hands touch surfaces, objects, and equipment that are shared with others throughout the day. This microorganism can enter the body through the mouth, It has also been found that 80% of infectious diseases can be spread through contact.

When should we wash our hands?

• Every time your hands get dirty or stained.
• Before, during, and after food preparation
• Before and after eating
• Before and after close contact with or contact with the patient.
• After touching your face, after using the toilet.
• After ordering a runny nose, cough, and sneeze.
• After feeding the pet
• After contact with pet waste.
• After disposing of garbage or sewage

Using soap with clean water and using hand sanitizer: which is better?

The use of hand sanitizer is convenient, but it cannot eliminate some germs, such as norovirus and Clostridium difficile (C. diff). When our hands are wet or stained from activities such as gardening, we need to know what to do. Playing sports, etc. In addition, hand sanitizer cannot wash away harmful chemicals such as pesticides. Therefore, Washing your hands with soap and clean water is still a better way to get rid of germs on the skin than using hand sanitizer.

"Hand washing" is a simple habit for good health

Washing your hands is a simple habit, but very beneficial. It should be done anywhere and anytime as part of the daily routine to reduce the rate of illness from exposure to various microorganisms. To protect yourself from infectious diseases Reduce the spread of infection to the community and create a healthy and safe society for all.

Reference List

1. BBC News Thai. The Department of Disease Control found the first suspected case of monkeypox (Mpox) Clade 1b strain in Thailand [Internet]. 2024 Aug 21 [cited Sep 15]. Available from: https://www.bbc.com/thai/articles/c4gqzrk447po
2. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Hand Sanitizer Facts [Internet]. 2024 Feb 16 [cited 2024 Sep 15]. Available from: https://www.cdc.gov/clean-hands/about/index.html
3. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Hand Sanitizer Facts [Internet]. 2024 Apr 17 [cited 2024 Sep 15]. Available from: https://www.cdc.gov/clean-hands/data-research/facts-stats/hand-sanitizerfacts.html?CDC_AAref_Val=https://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/show-me-the-science-hand-sanitizer.html