Every day in our lives, we ​​encounter a variety of pathogens such as viruses and bacteria. Simple hygiene habits help protect yourself and others from infectious diseases.

Wash hands regularly!

When you come home from outside

Before and during the preparation of meals

Before eating

After visiting the restroom

After blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing

Before and after contact with patients

After physical contact with animals

Wash hands thoroughly

Hold your hands under running water

Rub your hands (both sides) together with soap

Keep rubbing your hands for 20 to 30 seconds

Wash hands under running water

Dry your hands with a clean towel

Keep hands away from the face

Avoid touching your mouth, eyes or nose with unwashed hands.

Coughing and sneezing properly

You must cough and sneeze in a handkerchief. When you don’t have such a thing, hold your elbow in front of your mouth and nose and sneeze into it. Try to stay away from others when coughing or sneezing.

Keep your distance when you are ill

Try recovering at home and avoid close body contacts. In case of high risk of infection for others, it may be helpful to stay in a separate room or to use a separate toilet. Do not share personal items such as towels or drinking glasses with another people.

Protect wounds

Cover injuries and wounds with a plaster or bandage.

Pay attention to a clean home

In particular, regularly clean the bathroom and kitchen with regular household cleaners. Allow clothes to dry well after use and change them frequently.

Handle food hygienically

Keep sensitive food always well chilled. Avoid contact of raw animal products with raw foods. Cook meat to a minimum of 70 °C temperature. Wash raw fruits and vegetables thoroughly before eating.

Wash dishes and laundry in hot water

Clean kitchen utensils with warm water and detergent or in the dishwasher at least 60 °C. Wash dishcloths and cleaning cloths as well as towels, bed linen and underwear at a minimum of 60 °C.

Ventilate regularly

Ventilate closed rooms several times a day for several minutes with windows wide open.