7 Best Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Getting an Infectious Disease
(Baonghean.vn) - Even people who are basically healthy can still get infectious diseases, infections, causing illness, disease... Protecting yourself and your family from infectious diseases in the outside environment is not a simple task, but you can reduce the risk of getting sick if you apply the following methods.
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| Imagine the disease-causing bacteria living on computer keyboards, doorknobs, refrigerator doors, toilets, etc. from a few minutes to a few months. Wash your hands regularly with soap and water. The correct way to wash is for at least 20 seconds, scrubbing the inside and outside of your hands and fingers, then rinsing under water and wiping with a dry towel. |
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| Many of the personal items below are still shared, but this can easily spread infectious diseases. It is best to use your own toothbrush, towel, razor, handkerchief, nail clippers, etc. because all of them can be pathogens due to bacteria, viruses, and fungi remaining on these objects and transmitting diseases to others. |
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| Coughing or sneezing can spread germs through tiny droplets in the air. Medical advice suggests covering your mouth with your arm, elbow, hand, or sleeve when coughing or sneezing; do not use your hands to cover your mouth, as this can easily spread germs. |
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| This can potentially lead to the spread of some infections; since microorganisms often prefer warm, moist environments such as areas on the face, in the nasal cavity, and in the mouth of people. To prevent the spread of infectious diseases, do not touch the mucous membranes covered surfaces of other people. |
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| Bacteria thrive on virtually all foods if not stored properly and left at room temperature. Refrigerating foods slows or stops the growth of most microorganisms. Use separate cutting boards for raw meat and cooked foods, fruits and vegetables; keep your dining table clean; and wash all fruits and vegetables thoroughly before eating. |
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| Infections that can spread from animals to humans are called "zoonotic diseases". If you have pets, make sure they are fully vaccinated... Keep children and the elderly away from animal waste, as this can also spread disease to humans. |
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| If you follow the news, you will have knowledge about what is happening around you and this will help you make wise decisions about whether to travel or other leisure activities. For example, if there is a flu outbreak in the area, you should not go, or if there is an announcement that Salmonella bacteria has been detected in tomatoes in your area, then stay away from that food… |