3 Simple Ways To Avoid Cholera
Stay Healthy With Environmental Wellness
Everything may seem perfect and familiar in your environment, but without proper hygiene and clean water, there’s a hidden danger that shows as an indicator and it is cholera.
It is a serious disease caused by dirty water and poor sanitation, and can make you sick with severe diarrhea and dehydration, sometimes even leading to death.
With environmental wellness you'll be able to prevent cholera when you keep your surroundings clean, and also ensure access to safe water to stop the spread of this disease.
This article will give you simple tips to help you avoid the spread of cholera in your environment, keeping you healthy and safe.
The recent report by Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) stated that there are 1,141 confirmed suspected cholera cases across 30 states of the country in 2024.
How does it spread? It spreads when you drink contaminated water or eat food that has been in contact with dirty water.
The symptoms can appear quickly, so it’s important you act fast when you notice them. The symptoms you should watch out for include:
- Severe diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Dehydration
- Muscle cramps
The following are simple tips you should consider to avoid cholera infection.
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Clean Water
When you want to avoid the transmission of cholera in your environment, you should make sure you consume only safe drinking water.
Use water filters to remove harmful bacteria from your drinking water, and boil it for at least one minute to kill the remaining germs if you drink tap water.
Or you can drink sachet/bottled water if you're unsure about the quality of your tap water.
Remember when you want to maintain clean water in your home, store your water in clean, covered containers, and always clean and disinfect them.
Also avoid contaminating your water by using only clean hands and utensils when handling it.
Proper Sanitation Practices
When you want to avoid the spread of cholera in your environment, you should practice proper waste disposal methods to prevent the spread of germs and bacteria causing it, and also keep your environment clean and safe.
Simple steps you should follow for proper sanitation in your home involves hand washing and using clean bathrooms.
Wash your hands with soap and water, especially before eating and after using your bathroom.
Always use clean, and well-maintained restrooms when you go out and avoid open defecation to preserve the environment you're in.
Safe Food Practices
Another tip you should consider when you want to prevent the spread of cholera in your environment is to prepare and store your food in a safe way.
Cook your food thoroughly to kill germs, store them in the refrigerator to keep it fresh, and use clean utensils and surfaces when preparing them.
If possible, you should avoid street food because it may not be prepared in hygienic conditions, and eat at hygienic places. Visit only restaurants and cafes that look clean and well-maintained.
In Conclusion…
Remember to share information on how to stay safe from cholera, like this article. It’ll encourage others to practice good hygiene and sanitation.
Also follow health-focused accounts, like TG Lifestyle, for tips and updates on staying healthy and preventing diseases like cholera.
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