We use our hands constantly to eat, write, play, and touch objects around us. But invisible to the eye, our hands also pick up millions of microscopic organisms called germs. While not all are harmful, some can cause illnesses like colds, flu, and stomach poisoning. That is why washing hands remains one of the simplest and most effective ways to stay healthy.
Everyday items such as doorknobs, desks, and even phones carry germs that transfer easily to our skin. When we then touch our mouth, nose, or eyes, those germs can quickly enter the body. Washing with soap and water removes dirt, oils, and germs, breaking the chain of infection. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends scrubbing for at least 20 seconds, particularly before eating and after using the restroom.
Handwashing protects not only individuals but entire communities. Schools, families, and workplaces stay healthier when fewer germs spread from person to person. A simple rinse, done properly, becomes a shield for everyone.
Nancy Ahmed For The Junior Times junior/1760591906/1678407625
1. Which illnesses can harmful germs cause?
2. Why is washing hands an effective way to stay healthy?
3. What everyday items carry germs that can transfer to our skin?
4. How do germs enter the body from our hands?
1. How do you remind yourself or others to wash hands properly?
2. Do you prefer washing with soap or using hand sanitizer?
3. How do you feel when you see others not washing their hands?
4. What steps do you follow to wash your hands well?
We use our hands constantly to eat, write, play, and touch objects around us. But invisible to the eye, our hands also pick up millions of microscopic organisms called germs. While not all are harmful, some can cause illnesses like colds, flu, and stomach poisoning. That is why washing hands remains one of the simplest and most effective ways to stay healthy.
