Helpful Hygiene Tips When Staying At Home

Staying home and particularly stringent social distancing measures make us all a bit more sensitive about maintaining good personal hygiene habits. Here are some helpful tips to help you stay 'on top' of good hygiene during the #stayhome period.

• Keep your home well-ventilated throughout the day and especially in the morning.

• Visitors and non-essential caregivers are not recommended.

• Limit all non-essential outdoor time and if you do head outside, be sure to:

• Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20+ seconds. This is especially important after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing; going to the bathroom; and before eating or preparing food (soap and water are the best option, especially if hands are visibly dirty; otherwise you can use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer).

• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw used tissues in a lined trash can and immediately wash your hands afterward. 

• Do not share dishes, drinking glasses, cups, eating utensils, towels, or bedding with other people in your home. After using these items, wash them well with soap and water.

• Be sure to keep high-touch surfaces and devices clean with a disinfectant.

• Regularly clean and disinfect the bathroom.

This content has been sourced and prepared by Codico Lab.