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There are hundreds of germs living on your hands. Some are harmless, and some are not (they can make you sick!)

Germs are tiny micro-organisms that can be easily spread from one person to another. And these tiny germs are everywhere! 

Don’t worry though, you can easily stop the germ in its tracks, by washing your hands with soap. 

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Did You Know?
Brain borg There are good germs and bad germs. Millions of good germs live in your tummy. They help us break down food and keep us healthy!

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Click here for more information on how to wash your hands.

Riddle me this!
After using the toilet, what should you do?
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Food that you drop on the floor can pick up germs very quickly. So you shouldn’t eat food that has been on the floor!
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Page last reviewed: 14-10-2024

Next review due: 14-10-2027