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7 steps of washing hands
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How to wash your hands
Washing your hands is one of the easiest ways to protect yourself and others from illnesses such as food poisoning and viruses such as flu and coronavirus (COVID-19).
Video: How to wash your hands
Watch this video to find out the best way to wash your hands.
Media last reviewed: 15 March 2023
Media review due: 15 March 2026
It's a good idea to remove jewellery such as rings and bracelets (if possible) before washing your hands.
You should wash your hands for the amount of time it takes to sing "Happy Birthday" twice (around 20 seconds in total):
If you do not have immediate access to soap and water then use alcohol-based hand sanitiser if available.
When should you wash your hands?
You should wash your hands:
- after using the toilet or changing a nappy
- before and after handling raw foods like meat and vegetables
- before eating or handling food
- after blowing your nose, sneezing or coughing
- before and after treating a cut or wound
- after touching animals, including pets, their food and after cleaning their cages
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