Hygienic ( Part 2 )

How to be Hygienic? ( Part 2 )

Prevent Illnesses

1.      Wash your hands with soap and water. This is one of the most important ways to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others.[4] Wash your hands after using the restroom; before, during, and after preparing food; before eating food; before and after caring for someone who is sick; after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing; and after handling animals and/or animal waste. Consider keeping a hand sanitizer with you at all times in case you can't reach a bathroom to wash your hands.

2.      Clean the surfaces in your home regularly. You should wipe the kitchen counter, floors, shower, and dining tables at least once a week using either soap and water or conventional household cleaning products. If you live with other people, consider coming up with a system of chores and alternate cleaning jobs every week. Consider using eco-friendly cleaning products that contain less harsh chemicals than the conventional brands. Always wipe your shoes on a doormat before entering the home. Consider taking your shoes off and leaving them at the door before entering the home, and asking guests to do the same. This will prevent the spread of dirt and mud throughout the house.

3.      Cover your nose and mouth when you cough or sneeze. This is extremely important if you want to avoid spreading germs to those around you. Be sure to wash your hands with soap and water after you cough or sneeze.

4.      Don't share razors, towels, or makeup with other people. Sharing personal items like these with other people increases the likelihood of spreading Staph infections. If you do share towels or clothing, be sure to wash them both before and after lending them to others.

5.      Change your tampon/pad regularly. Women who use tampons should change them at least once every 4-8 hours to reduce the likelihood of getting toxic shock syndrome (TSS). Women who use pads should change them every 4-8 hours. If you plan on sleeping more than eight hours, then wear an overnight pad instead of a tampon while you sleep.

6.      Keep up with doctor's visits. Seeing your doctor regularly can help catch illnesses and infections early, making it much easier to treat them. Visit your primary care physician, dentist, gynaecologist, cardiologist, or any other physician you may be seeing (depending on your personal medical needs) on a regular basis. Visit your doctor when you are feeling sick or think you may have an infection, and be sure to keep up with routine check-ups.

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