Handwashing with cool water as effective as hot for removing germs
May 30, 2017 by Robin Lally
The water temperature does not make a difference in removing harmful bacteria, according to a Rutgers-New Brunswick study. Credit: Rutgers University
We all know that washing our hands can keep us from spreading germs and getting sick. But a new Rutgers-New Brunswick study found that cool water removes the same amount of harmful bacteria as hot.
"People need to feel comfortable when they are washing their hands but as far as effectiveness, this study shows us that the temperature of the water used didn't matter," said Donald Schaffner, distinguished professor and extension specialist in food science.
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