Many neglect handwashing after public outings, risking germ spread. Soap and water are vital, especially when coughing or sneezing, to prevent infections, experts say.

Handwashing is a simple, effective way to protect your health, and according to the Centers for Disease Control and ...

In addition, the CDC recommends washing "hands well with soap and water; hand sanitizer alone does not work well against norovirus." Proper handwashing involves using soap and water for at least ...

According to data from the CDC, Norovirus also known as the 'stomach bug" is on the rise across the country. The virus ...

The CDC tracked at least six norovirus outbreaks ... and therefore an opportunity to really emphasize the importance of handwashing, staying home while sick and until at least 48 hours after ...

To keep hands clean, the CDC says not to rely solely on hand sanitizer. "You can use hand sanitizers in addition to hand washing, but hand sanitizer is not a substitute for handwashing ...

A sharp increase in norovirus cases is sweeping the United States, according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Often called the "stomach flu," norovirus is ...

There is currently no vaccine available to prevent infections caused by mycoplasma pneumoniae bacteria, according to the CDC. Hand-washing and covering one’s coughs and sneezes can help prevent ...

To help avoid the spread of illness, the CDC encourages frequent handwashing and getting plenty of rest and water. For more health tips, visit the CDC’s guidance page on healthy cruising.