What Is Dysentery?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
8. Prevention
Perhaps the most effective way to prevent the spread of dysentery is to maintain high hygiene standards. This means regularly washing your hands, especially after using the bathroom and before preparing food and drinks. Keeping surfaces clean will also help to prevent the spread of the disease.
People that are travelling should be extra cautious, and sanitized hand wipes or similar can be very effective at keeping you safe. Try drinking only bottled water where possible, and try to avoid food sellers with poor hygiene standards. You should also try to avoid swimming in water that has not been treated.
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