Stop Touching Your Face!

4/26/2020

This article from The New York Times discusses the transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19) through hand-to-face contact. It explains that the virus can enter the body through the eyes, nose, or mouth if contaminated hands come into contact with these areas. The article emphasizes the importance of avoiding touching the face in order to reduce the risk of infection. It suggests strategies such as mindfulness exercises and keeping hands busy to minimize unconscious face touching. The article also provides advice on proper hand hygiene and highlights the need for public health campaigns to raise awareness about this aspect of virus transmission.

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