Stop shaking hands. Do this instead By Scottie Andrew, CNN Illustrations by Max Pepper, CNN 3 minute read ... Typically, when two people meet, they shake hands before clapping.

He added that there’s societal pressure to shake hands since it’s so ingrained in American society. “Now, with all the social distancing… very few people are shaking hands,” he said.

I need to question your choice to lie about why you can’t shake hands. Telling people you are just getting over a communicable virus is not your best option.

Shaking Hands: What Are My Treatment Options? Medically reviewed by Nancy Carteron, M.D., FACR , Rheumatology - Immunology — Written by Kimberly Holland — Updated on June 20, 2025 Medications ...

Here, learn about the possible causes of shaky hands, including underlying conditions, treatments, and the outlook for different causes.