Stay aware of hand hygiene this season
The holidays are a time of joy, family togetherness and health awareness STORY BY BRITTANY SMITH
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s the nation begins to form some type of normalcy in the face of COVID-19 and lock-downs, people are on pins and needles, ready to spend time with friends and family during the holiday season. If everyone does his or her part, this could be a season to remember. A season full of parties, get-togethers and events; however, it is important to remember that there are still protocols in place to ensure everyone’s safety, such as social distancing and albeit, we’ve done away with
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the mask, for the most part, but hand washing still plays an ever-important role in the lives of today’s citizens, particularly those who serve and eat food. Dani Reams, regional extension agent said, “One of the most important things to remember is proper hand-washing procedure, especially during the holiday season. Hands must be washed prior to beginning food preparation and after any contamination.” Reams said examples of contamination would
