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Wash, Wash, Wash Your Hands
Wash, Wash, Wash Your Hands
The best germ-busting advice still applies during pregnancy: wash your hands regularly. “This is probably the best way of preventing getting sick,” suggests Taraneh Shirazian, MD, an assistant professor in the department of obstetrics and gynecology at NYU Langone Medical Center in New York City. Carry hand sanitizer for when you’re in public places and can’t wash. Encourage family members to keep their hands clean, too.
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By Diana Kelly. Published December 30, 2015. Diana Kelly is a New York City-based writer and editor with more than 7 years experience covering health topics for websites.
Reviewed by Elisabeth Aron, MD, MPH, FACOG on August 15, 2015.
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