Can wash-free hand sanitizer really replace hand washing before meals?

Some people do not think it necessary to wash their hands before eating meals once they apply wash-free hand sanitizer. In fact, there can be large amount of residual material left on hands after application (the alcohol-based type leaves a smaller residue, which is still inedible). Touching food directly may damage people's health. The sanitizer is used when water and soap are not available, and is only applied to dry hands.Washing with running water and soap is considered the best way to achieve hand hygiene.（NEWS COME FROM CHINA DALY）

During the crazy development of the epidemic, we need to maintain a reasonable social distance, but also pay attention to personal protection. When going out, we must wear masks, cover our mouths and noses when sneezing, wash our hands frequently and exercise more. When we pay attention to protecting the health of our family and friends, we should also pay attention to protecting our own health.

It is hoped that with the joint efforts of our human beings, we can control the spread of the epidemic as soon as possible, which is the early return of our lives to the right track.