Avoid Infection By Maintaining a Healthy
Home
With some easy adjustments to your regular
home routine, you can cut down on the infectious germs that cause
such illnesses as the cold, flu, allergies and even
gastrointestinal issues. There is no need to invest in too many
antibacterial products
Some germs are good as they can help your body develop antibodies
to fight off infections. However, too many germs is not a good
thing and can keep you in your sick bed if you are not careful. It
is often said that your home could be the biggest germ factory in
your life, spreading infection and preventing faster recovery
times.
With some easy adjustments to your regular home routine, you can
cut down on the infectious germs that cause such illnesses as the
cold, flu, allergies and even gastrointestinal issues. There is no
need to invest in too many antibacterial products as they can be
counterproductive. Instead, regular disinfectants and soap and
water work wonders. Here are some other ways to avoid infection
inside the home:
1. Cut down on allergens like mold, pollen and dust by
investing in a HEPA filter for your central air and heating. Don't
forget to replace your air conditioning filter about once a month
as well.
2. If you are trying to avoid allergens like dust, pollen and
mold, avoid using fans as they stir things up in the air you
breathe. Also, stick to air conditioning over opening windows.
3. When the home is humid, invest in a dehumidifier to keep
the humidity levels under 50%. This will prevent mold from growing
and releasing spores in the home.
4. Get rid of carpeting as they harbor dust as well as a
number of microorganisms both harmful and benign. Ditch Venetian
blinds as they are dust catchers as well. Instead look to hard wood
or laminate flooring and simple window shades for the windows.
5. Keep the shower and bathtub areas clean of mold. If you
spray a mold killer after every shower or bath, you would not have
to clean as often. Just remember to rinse the tub out before
bathing!
6. Always wash your hands before handling food products. In
addition, if you are handling raw meat, wash your hands before
doing any other activity such as handling plates or touching
vegetables. Also, wash your work area to ensure that harmful
bacteria like salmonella will not contaminate your food.
Kill GermsInfection control is not just practiced in hospitals; it is practiced in any health care facility. This includes dental offices, animal shelters, laboratories, school settings, doctor offices and even nursing homes. Any location where some type of medical care is given should have infection control measures in place. The job of an infection control officer or department can be quite thankless. There are countless details to know and implement so continuing education for a person or people in that position is ongoing.
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7. Wash your bed linens in hot soapy water because this
will kill any harboring germs in your sheets and pillow cases.
8. Use a clothes dryer or hang your clothes inside to dry. When you
hang clothes outside, pollen and other allergens from outdoors
becomes trapped in the fibers causing you to have potential allergy
attacks.
9. Airborne germs are quite easy to contract. Therefore,
always watch the weather channel for forecasts that are the perfect
stage for allergens and other germs to be plentiful. Hot, windy
days are the absolute worst.
10. Many bugs harbor germs and can transmit diseases.
Therefore, you should always wear protective clothing and use an
insect repellant to avoid getting bitten or stung.
There are countless measures at the home you can take to avoid
infections. However, always remember that there are some good
bacteria too so try and be cognizant that antibacterial products
will not necessarily be the best cleaning solution for you.
Practicing the handy tips above will help you stay healthy but not
totally bar you from the germ exposure you need to develop a better
immune system either.
Latest News Regarding Infection Control ?
08/28/2008
Salmonella outbreak looks to be over in U.S. (International Herald Tribune)
At least 1,442 people suffered from the Saintpaul strain of salmonella, which was linked to tainted peppers, from April to Aug. 25, and the infection may have contributed to two deaths, according to a report Thursday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Salmonella outbreak looks to be over in U.S. (International Herald Tribune)
08/28/2008
The tragedies that prompted ‘our massive wake-up call’ (Times Online)
Bacteria will be present in hospitals as long as people are, but vital lessons in infection control have been learnt since outbreaks of Clostridium difficile caused the death of at least 90 patients at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust in Kent.
The tragedies that prompted ‘our massive wake-up call’ (Times Online)
08/28/2008
Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapenos appears over (USA Today)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say the salmonella outbreak that sickened more than 1,440 people appears to be over.
Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapenos appears over (USA Today)
08/28/2008
Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapenos appears over (USA Today)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say the salmonella outbreak that sickened more than 1,440 people appears to be over.
Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapenos appears over (USA Today)
08/28/2008
Staph Outbreak at Seminole High School Under Control (News West 9 Midland)
Three weeks after a staph outbreak affected 10 members of the Seminole High School girl's volleyball team, school officials say they have the situation under control.
Staph Outbreak at Seminole High School Under Control (News West 9 Midland)
08/28/2008
Predicting Infection Risk Of Airborne Foot-And-Mouth Disease (Medical News Today)
Foot-and-mouth is a highly contagious disease of global socio-economic importance. In countries considered disease-free the control and eradication of any outbreak is reliant upon prompt detection of infected premises. Our paper presents a practical method for predicting airborne infections and prioritising farms for inspection in such a situation, with results applied a recent outbreak.
Predicting Infection Risk Of Airborne Foot-And-Mouth Disease (Medical News Today)
08/27/2008
Staph infection found at Cheatham Middle (The Tennessean)
ASHLAND CITY — A Cheatham Middle School student has been diagnosed with MRSA, a bacterial skin infection that is caused by a drug-resistant staph bacteria.
Staph infection found at Cheatham Middle (The Tennessean)
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