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How to Wash your Hands
How to Wash your Hands
Wet your hands and apply liquid, bar or powder soap.
Rub hands together hard to make lather and scrub all surfaces.
Continue for 20 seconds! Need a timer? Imagine singing "Happy Birthday" all the way through-twice!