What Is a Hookworm Infection?
9. Prevention
Depending on where you are in the world, it can be very difficult to be completely safe from hookworm. However if you take certain safety precautions then you can make yourself a lot safer from the parasite. Perhaps one of the most effective methods is to always wear shoes, which will help prevent the larvae from being able to reach your skin.
Other methods include avoiding drinking unclean water which might contain the larvae. Always make sure that you wash your hands thoroughly, and also make sure food is cleaned thoroughly and cooked thoroughly. Also try and avoid eating or drinking in places where the sanitary conditions appear to be poor.
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