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Early hand washing
education may lead to improved hand washing hygiene in adults. According to the American Society of Microbiology, adults do not wash their hands as often as they should.
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Hand Washing Resources
When and how to wash
•  Lesson plans
  - Pre - 1st grade
  - 2nd - 3rd grade


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     Advice from Dr. Hatcher:

Hand washing is the first line of defense against the spread of infectious disease.
It’s never too early to teach children about proper habits and hand washing techniques.
According to a recent hand washing study (to be released soon), children as young as three can grasp the importance and the techniques of proper hand washing.
Arm children with hand washing knowledge. Teach them about germs, when to wash, and how to wash.
Parents and teachers can make hand washing fun with games, special rewards, Lather Up for Good Health® lesson plans, and bathroom incentives, like fun soap or the child's own monogrammed towel.

Adults should lead by example. Children pay attention to adult behavior. Be sure you practice good hand washing hygiene and kids will follow.
Keep Softsoap® on hand. According to the Health Resources and Services Administration, liquid soap products are easier for children to use.

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