Want Some Hand Sanitizer? Here's How to Use it Effectively

Want some hand sanitizer with that? Using alcohol-based hand sanitizers is a good way to prevent infection and the spread of germs including coronavirus. Hand sanitizer is a convenient alternative to hand washing, if there’s no soap or water available, and as long as your hands are not visibly dirty. Watch this video to make sure you're using hand sanitizer correctly. Wondering how hand sanitizer works? The alcohol in the sanitizer kills the bacteria on your hands, making it much less likely for you to get sick from the things you touch. So, does hand sanitizer work? Yes, when you pair it with washing your hands as soon as you can. Sanitizer doesn't get rid of dirt or larger particles, but it is a great way to tide up until you can make it to the sink. Commonly asked questions about hand sanitizer: Q. What hand sanitizer should I use? A. The World Health Organization recommends an alcohol based hand gel with at least 60% alcohol concentration. Q. How long should the whole process take? A. The process should take between 15 and 30 seconds, until your hands are dry. For more information on coronavirus, visit our guide to Prevention and Treatment here: https://www.babylonhealth.com/us/coronavirus/prevention-and-treatment Or at our UK site: https://www.babylonhealth.com/coronavirus/prevention-and-treatment