A new survey reveals that while 62% of Americans say they know the proper way to wash their hands, nearly half admit to forgetting or choosing not to wash at key times.

The survey, conducted by the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases, found that many people skip handwashing after visiting grocery stores, restaurants or doctor's offices, CBS News reported.

"More concerning is that one in five admitted to actively choosing not to wash their hands at key times," said Marla Dalton, CEO of the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases.

The report highlights that while many Americans know they should wash their hands after using the bathroom, handling food or taking out the trash, only 29% said they were most likely to do so after coughing or sneezing.

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