Treatment & Prevention Options For Listeria

Washing Hands

Washing your hands regularly is a healthy habit to have, regardless of whether or not you are handling food. However, it's particularly important if you are dealing with food you or someone else will consume. Running your hands under water for a second is not sufficient. Using soap and scrubbing all areas of your hands for at least thirty seconds is much more effective at killing bacteria. Be sure to get in every crevice, and don't forget to get underneath the nails, as those areas are havens for bacteria to hide in and multiply. After washing your hands, use an air-dryer. If you don't have access to one of these, make sure to use a clean towel, so you don't reverse the effects from washing your hands. Bacteria can remain on dirty towels, so always have a clean one around.