Linda talks with Dr. Charles Gerba, a professor of Microbiology and Environmental Sciences at the University of Arizona’s Epidemiology and Biostatistics Department. What can we do to prevent contracting the cold and flu virus? From air plane seat trays to doorknobs to dollar bills, germs are everywhere. In fact, about 30% of the U.S. consumers use hand sanitizers, and, given the frequency with which we touch our face with our hands, particularly our noses, mouths and eyes, keeping hands germ free is the key to protecting ourselves and loved ones.
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Ditch the Handshake
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