Significance of Routine Infection Control Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic: Calming Fears and Anxieties
The anxieties and fears of many Americans continue to rise in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. It is important to remember that we all have a major role in containing the COVID-19 virus and we need to work together to be successful at combating it. Every day, the story regarding the novel COVID-19 virus unfolds and we must all be vigilant in obtaining our information from reliable sources to effectively implement protective and preventative measures against this virus. While there is still great uncertainty about COVID-19, at the present time, our best defense is practicing universal infection control measures such as routine handwashing. The CDC says hand washing is one of the most effective ways to reduce the spread of infectious diseases. 1 Unfortunately, many individuals underestimate the value of routine handwashing. Results from one study explored hand washing of individuals in public restrooms. The study population included an estimated 3,749 individuals. The researchers