Barbara states: So hand washing is 
essential, not hand sanitizing.

Yes, Barbara I could not agree with you more.  I work at a hospital and in 
every room they have the hand sanitizers.  I dont use them at all ever.  I 
always wash my hands and use a paper towel to turn off if it not operated by 
foot.  Why?  Because part of the way to remove bugs is the actual scrubbing 
of ones hands.  Basic (nursing 101).  It was drilled into us and am glad it was.

Second, when I touch a baby I don't want to get any alcohol into their eyes, 
mouth, or any other part of their little bodies.  I am usually touching the 
mouth area anyway looking for tt as part of my first assesment.

Sorry you are ill.  Am wishing you a speady recovery.  Thank you for sharing.
It is a reminder to us all to WASH hands all of the time, every time.

I don't wear my wedding ring anymore, not even watches because of the 
potential bug catching /spreading it may cause.  Of course short fingernails 
and no polish.  I think that is pretty much standard in most hospitals these 
days.

Best wishes,
robin

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