What Is Fifth Disease?
8. Prevention
As things stand, there is no vaccine available to protect against the parvovirus. However, everybody can undertake simple practices that help to prevent the spread of the virus. These are straightforward practices such as washing your hands regularly with soap and water. You should also encourage children to wash their hands regularly.
You should also try to avoid sharing items like crockery and drinking vessels, and also avoid sharing food and drink. You should also try and avoid touching your face where possible. These practices can help to keep yourself, your children, and other people safe from the parvovirus and other pathogens.
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