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This word mainly focuses on diseases and health, it is related to health as it mainly focuses on preserving health and preventing diseases.
Hygiene
it focuses on the safe disposal of human waste, which could be human urine and faeces, also, it refers to the safe disposal of human waste.
Sanitation
How many type of hygiene do we have?
4
involves the cleanliness of one’s body and clothing, proper living habits, healthy diet, rest, and exercise, basically means cleanliness of your body.
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The aim of this hygiene is to create safe spaces so as to prevent diseases. In general, environmental hygiene involves disinfection activities (to control the harmful organisms and bacteria that threaten health), rodent control, disinfestation, and fumigation activities.
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involves cleanliness, the sanitary preparation of food, and ventilation, generally means cleanliness in homes. Domestic hygiene practices include all the work done to keep people’s clothes, beddings, and houses clean.
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One of the greatest risks to the health of a population is contaminated food. It is a leading cause of disease outbreaks and transmission.
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it is about keeping your body clean. It also helps to protect you from getting infections such as gastroenteritis, colds and flu and COVID-19.
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it is the simplest way to get rid of body odour (BO) This also gets rid of the bacteria on your skin.
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what are the cycle of bacterial transmission.
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Study Notes
Hygiene and Health
- Focuses on preserving health and preventing diseases through various practices.
- Involves safe disposal of human waste, including urine and feces.
Types of Hygiene
- Encompasses body cleanliness, clothing cleanliness, proper living habits, healthy diet, adequate rest, and exercise.
- Aims to create safe environments that reduce disease risk.
Environmental Hygiene
- Involves disinfection activities to control harmful organisms and bacteria.
- Includes rodent control, disinfestation, and fumigation to maintain health standards.
- Emphasizes the importance of cleanliness in homes, sanitary food preparation, and proper ventilation.
Domestic Hygiene
- Refers to practices that maintain cleanliness of clothes, beddings, and living spaces.
- Highlights the dangers of food contamination as a significant health risk that can lead to outbreaks and disease transmission.
Importance of Personal Hygiene
- Keeping the body clean protects against infections, including gastroenteritis, colds, flu, and COVID-19.
- Practicing personal hygiene is the simplest method to eliminate body odor and reduce skin bacteria.
Bacterial Transmission
- Understanding cycles of bacterial transmission is crucial for disease prevention and control measures.
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This quiz delves into the various aspects of diseases and health. It encourages participants to explore key concepts, terminology, and classifications related to the medical field. Get ready to test your knowledge on crucial health issues!
