If you have to go somewhere for any reason, remember the coronavirus can live on hard surfaces for a week according to infectious disease physicians.
Should you need to go to a restroom, use a tissue to turn the door knob. Use an elbow to cut on and off the light switch. Wash your hands at least 20 seconds. Use a tissue or paper towel to open the door to leave the restroom. For an extra measure after leaving the restroom, use hand sanitizer.
If you are at a doctor’s office, bring your own pen to sign in (who knows how many people have touched that pen at the office!). Avoid touching the counters. at the appointment desk. In the waiting room, if possible sit away from other people.
If you are in a restaurant, sanitize your hands after reading the menu (again, who knows how many people have held that menu).
At the grocery store, use the wipes provide at many places to sanitize the buggy handle. I have started wearing gloves at the store, especially when selecting items and checking out.
Think about your mail and packages. Who knows how many people handle these items. Wash your hands/sanitize after opening your mail, bringing in your groceries.
When at the gas station, use a glove to handle the gas pumps and touch screens, and always sanitize after taking off your gloves.
This may sound a little paranoid, but I think these tips are small things we can to to be safer.
Psalms 56:3 “But when I am afraid, I will put my trust in You.” NLT