Wash Your Hands Immediately After Touching These 6 Items to Prevent Disease

KOMPAS.com - The size of germs, which are invisible to the naked eye, makes many people unaware of the number of germs that stick to objects they touch every day. In fact, hands are one of the easiest ways to transfer bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms to the body.

Starting from cash to items at the airport, here are six items that you encounter in everyday life, and when touched, you should immediately wash your hands.

Although many restaurants have now switched to digital menus that can be accessed via mobile phones, the habit of washing hands before eating can still be done regularly to help reduce the risk of transferring germs from other sources to the body.

“Simply washing your hands with soap and water will reduce the transmission of these pathogens,” explained Dr. Katy.

The tray is a place where people put their shoes, suitcases, and personal belongings in turn. Research published in BMC Infectious Diseases found contamination on airport security inspection trays.

In addition to sponges, cutting boards used to cut raw ingredients also need to be considered. Dr. Katy advises always washing your hands after handling raw meat and before preparing other foods to prevent bacteria from spreading to different food ingredients.

Read also: Here are 5 ways to prevent worms in toddlers other than washing hands.