Wet your hands with warm water before applying soap. Rub your soapy hands together for at least 10 seconds, then rinse thoroughly.

It's hard enough to get grownups to wash up. Only two-thirds of adults wash their hands after they use the restroom, studies show.

Did you wash your hands this morning? Bravo! Washing your hands helps prevent the spread of potentially dangerous germs.

One way to prevent the spread of disease from your pet: Feed your pet a balanced diet and avoid having your pet eat raw foods or drink out of the toilet.