October 15 is Global Handwashing Day, a global advocacy day dedicated to increasing awareness and understanding about the importance of handwashing with soap as an effective and affordable way to prevent diseases and save lives.

If there was a way to help prevent illness wouldn’t you want to know about it? Well, there is!

One of the best ways to prevent illness is simply by washing your hands! In just five simple steps, you can reduce the spread of diarrheal and respiratory illness so you can stay healthy.

Although it’s impossible to keep your bare hands germ-free, there are times when it’s critical to wash your hands to limit the transfer of bacteria, viruses and other microbes.

Teach and show children how and when to wash their hands.

Quick Links: CDC – Life is Better with Clean Hands Mayo Clinic – Hand washing Dos and Don’ts Global Handwashing Day