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Is proper hand washing enough not get a gi. virus or is there a need to wear mask. too?
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It is usually enough: Hand washing is an amazing thing. When done properly, with soap of course, you can prevent the most common communicable diseases. With proper hand care you should be able to stave off a gastroenteritis.
Answered 8/15/2013
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