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Handwashing Tips and Techniques
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The single Most important activity a
cruise passenger can engage in to prevent the spread of Norovirus
(Norwalk-like virus) is frequent and proper handwashing. |
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- Wash your hands after:
o Using the toilet
o Coughing or sneezing into hands
o Engaging in any activity that may have contaminated hands
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- Wash your hands before:
o Handling food
o Eating or drinking
o Smoking
o Brushing teeth
o Engaging in any activity that involves hand-to-mouth contact.
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- Wash your hands upon returning to
your cabin.
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- Wash your hands frequently
throughout the day even if you think they don’t need to be washed.
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Wash your hands using the following
procedure: |
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1. Wet hands with warm water.
2. Apply a generous amount of soap and later hands well.
3. Rub hands together for 20 seconds, paying special attention to the
areas between fingers and under nails.
4. Rinse hands thoroughly with warm water.
5. Dry hands with a disposable towel
6. Use the disposable towel to turn off the faucet and open the door. |
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