There are simple things you can do to prevent the spread of infection. Professionals, caregivers, family members and patients should use these guidelines for controlling infection: 

• Clean your hands using soap and warm water.
• Rub your hands for at least 15 seconds. Rub your palms, fingernails, in between your fingers and the backs of your hands.
• Use a paper towel to turn off the faucet. Or, if your hands do not look dirty, clean them with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Clean your hands before touching or eating food; after using the bathroom; after taking out the trash; after changing a dressing; after visiting someone who is ill; when playing with a pet; after handling any blood or body substance.