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- 31/03/2021
How can we prevent communicable disease?
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Handle & Prepare Food Safely as food can carry germs, Wash Hands Often, Clean & Disinfect Commonly Used Surfaces, Cough and Sneeze into a Tissue or Your Sleeve, Don't Share Personal Items, take appropriate vaccines, Avoid Touching Wild Animals and stay home when sick.
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Consult a Infectious Disease specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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Personal Hygiene Practices
- Regular handwashing with soap and maintaining cleanliness are crucial. Practice respiratory hygiene by covering your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.
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Vaccinations
- Ensure you are up-to-date with vaccines like influenza, hepatitis B, and HPV to prevent communicable diseases.
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Safe Food and Water Habits
- Consume well-cooked food and drink clean water to avoid infections.
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Safe Sexual Practices
- Use protection, such as condoms, to prevent sexually transmitted infections.
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Avoiding Contact with Sick Individuals
- Minimize exposure to ill individuals and seek medical advice when necessary.
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Environmental and Lifestyle Measures
- Maintain a clean living environment and use mosquito repellents or nets. Adopt a healthy lifestyle to boost immunity.
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Regular Health Check-ups
- Schedule periodic medical check-ups and screenings for early detection and management of infections.
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Consultation and Resources
- Consult general physicians or infectious disease specialists and utilize government health programs for vaccinations and education.
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