Dr. Amir Khan issued a warning about the dangers of E. coli, salmonella and norovirus infections. He explained that many people do not wash their hands thoroughly after using the toilet, which radically increases the risk of spreading these insidious pathogens. , an expert revealed a simple hygiene method that will protect your body.
- Dr. Amir Khan warns against the spread of E. coli, salmonella and norovirus.
- Insufficient hand washing after using the toilet increases the risk of transmission of infections.
- Proper hand hygiene only takes a few seconds.
Dr Khan revealed in an Instagram post that you can leave the toilet with twice as much bacteria on your hands as when you entered. “These faecal traces can then end up on things you use, such as mobile phones, wallets or credit cards. Therefore, you should always wash your hands after spending time on the toilet“, he noted.
By washing your hands, you reduce the risk of spreading bacteria. (illustrative photo)
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states that hand washing is one of the easiest ways to protect yourself and others from illness, including food poisoning and viruses such as the flu or coronavirus. Studies also show that it also prevents the spread of antibiotic-resistant E. coli, which is far more likely to be transmitted through poor toilet hygiene than handling raw meat.
But it’s not just about E. coli, salmonella and norovirus can also get on our hands after using the toilet. This increases the risk that we will spread these germs to other people through contaminated surfaces. “If you do not wash your hands thoroughly, you risk not only your health, but also endanger others by touching things with dirty hands,” Dr. Khan pointed out.
How to wash your hands properly
According to the NHS, it is advisable to remove jewelery such as rings and bracelets before washing thoroughly. First, wet your hands with water, then apply enough soap to cover your entire palms and rub them thoroughly. Then wash the back of the other hand with one hand and wash the spaces between the fingers. Repeat this procedure with the other hand.
Then interlace the fingers of both hands, while the backs of the fingers should be on the palms of the other hand. Use one thumb to wash the other thumb. Rub your fingertips against the palm of your other hand. Finally, rinse your hands with water and dry thoroughly. “Washing your hands thoroughly with soap and water is best, but if you don’t have access to that, hand sanitizer is the second best option,” Dr. Khan concluded.
