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Which method of hand washing removes the most bacteria?

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First off, it is important to note that antibacterial soap DOES NOT work more effectively or remove more germs than plain soap. read more

Washing your hands with plain soap and water (warm or cold) is the most effective way to remove bacteria. Anytime someone goes to wash his/her hands, s/he should get them wet, lather up with plain soap, and scrub for 20 seconds. During this time, it is important to cover the entire hand, not just palm-to-palm. read more

Using soap to wash hands is more effective than using water alone because the surfactants in soap lift soil and microbes from skin, and people tend to scrub hands more thoroughly when using soap, which further removes germs 2,3,7,8. read more

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