What Is Cysticercosis?
8. How Can Cysticercosis Be Prevented?
Practices to prevent this disease contain good advice for the prevention of many other diseases as well. Frequent hand washing is vital, especially after using the bathroom or changing a child’s diaper. Before any food is eaten, prepared or otherwise handled, hands should be washed thoroughly with soap and water. Since children can contribute to the spread of disease, it is important to teach them proper hand washing and hygiene techniques. When any new fresh fruits or vegetables are brought in, they should be washed thoroughly or washed and peeled to reduce risk.
Drinking contaminated water is a large contributor to spreading diseases like cysticercosis. Water that is not filtered through a public water system can be contaminated, so using a filter or sanitizing tablet before drinking can reduce risk. People who live in areas with a higher risk of contamination should be even more diligent about complying with the recommendations, if possible. Unfortunately, some areas have difficulty finding fresh water for appropriate cleaning and drinking.
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