*From WebMD* –

An icky fact: That elevator button or door knob you just touched? It likely has flu germs on it. If you’re avoiding the flu, take note. Then wash those hands. Do it the right way — and do it often, several times a day!

It’s true — germs can live on any surface for two hours or more. If someone in your office or school is infected, those germs can reside on anything they’ve touched — desks, phones, coffee pots, microwaves, cafeteria tables, toys, books.

When flu prevention experts advise you to wash your hands, they don’t mean a light drizzle of water. As mama always said, use soap and warm water — and rub hands for 15 to 20 seconds. Sing the ‘Happy Birthday’ song twice while rubbing, to keep track of the time.