Hand Washing
Hand washing, when done properly, is one of the best ways to avoid contracting and spreading many infections. Infectious diseases such as the common cold, influenza and several gastrointestinal disorders are commonly spread through hand-to-mouth contact.
Inadequate hand hygiene also contributes to food-related illnesses, such as Salmonella, E.Coli infection and Campylobacter.
For effective hand washing:
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Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and hot water
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Dry your hands with a clean, dry towel or paper towel
It's important to always wash your hands before handling food, but just as important to wash them after:
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Handling raw meat and poultry
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Going to the toilet
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Handling pets
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Gardening or playing outdoors
The ‘Glo Box’
Toi Te Ora- Public Health Service has developed the ‘Glo Box’, which is a visual, interactive way for children to learn the importance of hand washing. Public health nurses in the Bay of Plenty and Lakes Districts visit schools with the resource.
Contact us to arrange a visit.
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