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We all know how important washing our hands is. But DRYING them is important too. So if you still have to be out in public and need to use a bathroom here are some tips to do it properly and effectively.
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According to BusinessInsider, When your hands are wet or even damp, they pick up more germs than when they’re totally dry. So if you touch something like a doorknob with damp hands, you’re more likely to get sick.
Studies have found that drying off with a towel also REMOVES more germs than just washing alone does. Washing does the heavy lifting. But the friction from the towel helps too, as long as it’s clean.
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The one thing you don’t want to do in public bathrooms is use the hand dryers. They tend to kick up a lot of germs into the air, or blow them back onto your hands. That’s why experts say to use paper towels in public bathrooms if they’re available, and carry a few tissues in your pocket in case they’re not.
You can avoid touching the door handle directly by using a paper towel to open it. Just prop it open with your foot, so you can throw the towel away.
For more information on washing and drying properly, click here.
CORONAVIRUS: How You Dry Your Hands Off Matters Too was originally published on mycolumbusmagic.com
