Importance of Handwashing

While handwashing is always an important practice for preventing the spread of illness and infection, it has been pulled front and center during the COVID-19 pandemic. Every person should be implementing handwashing best practices, but it is even more critical for the elderly and those interacting with seniors. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), people 65 years and older, those who live in nursing homes, and people with chronic conditions are especially vulnerable to the disease. Additionally, 80% of all deaths from the coronavirus in the United States are in adults 65 and older.