World Report: January 20, 2006 Vol. 11 Iss. 15

Top 5 Hand-Washing Habits

Only 32% of 1,013 adults say that they always wash their hands after coughing or sneezing. Here's when people lather up most frequently.

1. After using a public restroom: 91%
2. After using a home bathroom: 83%
3. Before eating or handling food: 77%
4. After changing a diaper: 73%
5. After petting a dog or a cat: 42%

Source: American Society for Microbiology and the Soap and Detergent Association