Hand sanitisers: poisoning risk for children

If soap and water are not available, children can use hand sanitisers with at least 60% alcohol. — Dreamstime/TNS

Q: My family has been using a lot of hand sanitiser during the pandemic. Is there anything harmful in it?

A: Washing hands with soap and clean water for at least 20 seconds is the best way for children to get rid of germs, including Covid-19. If soap and water are not available, children can use hand sanitisers with at least 60% alcohol.