During the pandemic, people are constantly advised to respect physical distance and hygiene habits.
Health experts have often reminded that the simple practice of washing hands often with clean soap and water is one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of germs and viruses.
Studies have shown that practicing hand hygiene in all environments and sectors is essential not only for preventing the spread of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases, but also for overall health and well-being.
In this context, CAHM has developed necessary products in these times, such as hand and surface disinfectants, antibacterial soap in solid and liquid form, but also regenerating hand creams with a moisturizing role after using the disinfectant.
During the pandemic, one of the most accessible and simple ways to prevent the virus from spreading is to wash your hands frequently with soap and water. This is quite convenient when we are at home. For situations where we do not have this possibility, the most appropriate solution is hand sanitizers. CAHM emphasizes diversity and thus multiple packaging options have been launched: Gel Tube 35 ml, Glass Gel 100 ml, Spray 75 ml, Glass 50 ml.
How do we wash our hands properly?
Step 1: Wet your hands with clean water
Step 2: Apply enough soap to cover wet hands
Step 3: Wash your hands thoroughly on their entire surface.
Step 4: Rinse your hands thoroughly with water
Step 5: Dry your hands with a disposable napkin or towel
What is the optimal hand washing time?
You should wash your hands for at least 20-30 seconds.
This is also valid when using hand sanitizer: it is necessary to use a disinfectant that contains at least 60% alcohol.
When should we wash our hands?
In the context of preventing COVID-19 virus infection, you should make sure that you wash your hands in the following situations:
- After sneezing, coughing, or blowing your nose
- After visiting a public space, including public transport, shops, supermarkets
- After touching any surface outside the home, including money
- Before, during and after caring for a sick person
- Before and after eating
In general, you should always wash your hands in the following situations:
- After using the toilet
- Before and after eating
- After touching any household waste
- After touching the animals
- After changing a baby’s diapers
- When hands are visibly dirty
Is it necessary to use hot water to wash our hands?
No, you can use any water temperature when washing your hands. Both cold and hot water are just as effective at killing viruses and bacteria as long as you are using soap.
Do I need to dry my hands with a towel?
Germs spread more easily on wet skin than on dry skin, so wiping your hands is an extremely important step. Paper or clean cotton towels are the most effective way to remove bacteria without spreading them to other surfaces.
Is it better to wash my hands with soap and water or to use a hand sanitizer?
In general, both hand washing with water and soap and using the disinfectant, when used correctly, are extremely effective in killing viruses and bacteria.
Hand sanitizer is often more convenient when you are away from home. Alcohol-based hand sanitizer kills the coronavirus, as well as other viruses and bacteria.
What do I do if I do not have soap on hand?
Using a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol is the best option if you do not have soap and water on hand to wash your hands.
If you do not have this product available, it is very important to wash your hands as soon as possible and, in the meantime, avoid contact with people and surfaces.
What other ways to avoid spreading the virus are there?
Cover your mouth and nose when you sneeze or cough. If you use a napkin, discard it immediately after using it.
Avoid touching your face (mouth, nose, eyes).
Practice social distance: avoid shaking hands, hugging, sharing food, utensils, cups and towels.
Avoid contact with anyone suspected of having a cold or flu.
Clean common and public surfaces often.