1. Water borne diseases – Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Diarrhoea Prevention
  • Wash hands with soap and water
    • before eating
    • after using the toilet or changing diapers
    • before preparing food
    • after tending a sick person
    • handling animals
  • Wash and peel all raw vegetables and fruits before eating
  • Drink only clean filtered/ boiled water
  • Eat freshly cooked piping hot food
  • Ensure cooked food does come in contact with raw food
  • Store food and water in closed containers
  • Refrigerate cooked food within 2 hours
  • Avoid road side food

   

  1. Mosquito borne disease- Dengue, Malaria
  • Use mosquito repellants and aerosols
  • Cover doors and windows with wire mesh and screens
  • Wear full length clothing
  • Turn over or dispose any containers in the open, that can collect water
  • Cover all water tanks and containers
  • Change water in vases, drip trays, pet trays at least once a week
  • Ensure there is no stagnant water inside or around the house
  • Discard waste in closed trash bins