Hygiene - A Key to Healthy Life

Hygiene

The science and practice of maintaining good health through the care of one’s body and surroundings.

Personal Hygiene

Caring for one’s own body to maintain cleanliness and health.

Social Hygiene

Taking proper care of the environment and surroundings to promote public health.

Cleanliness

Regular washing of hands, skin, and other parts of the body to prevent the spread of germs.

Rest and Sleep

Adequate sleep is essential for body and mind recovery; recommended 6-7 hours for adults.

Physical Exercise

Activities that improve physical fitness and blood circulation, important for overall health.

Healthy Habits

Regular routines such as going to bed at the same time, eating balanced meals, and avoiding harmful substances.

E-Waste

Discarded electronic devices and gadgets that can be harmful to the environment and human health.

Hand Hygiene

Regular washing of hands with soap, especially after using the toilet.

Oral Hygiene

Brushing teeth at least twice a day and washing the mouth after meals to prevent dental issues.

Breathe by Nose

Breathing through the nose rather than the mouth, and covering the mouth while sneezing.

Eye Hygiene

Cleaning eyes with water and avoiding sharing towels to prevent infections.

Ear Hygiene

Cleaning ears with soft swabs and avoiding insertion of sharp objects.

Vector

An agent that carries and transmits pathogens, such as insects.

Housefly

An insect that spreads diseases by contaminating food with filth and saliva.

Mosquitoes

Insects that spread diseases such as malaria, dengue, and elephantiasis through their bites.

Cockroaches

Insects that spoil food and are suspected carriers of diseases.

Water-Borne Diseases

Diseases spread through contaminated drinking water, such as cholera, typhoid, and dysentery.

Cholera

An infection caused by Vibrio cholerae, leading to severe diarrhea and vomiting.

Dysentery

An intestinal disease with two forms: bacillary (caused by Shigella) and amoebic (caused by Entamoeba histolytica).