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How can a person tell if he/she is not as clean as they could be?
Dirt under fingernails or on the body
Sweaty
Smelly body or breath
Dirty Clothes
Why do you think good hygiene is important?
It prevents you and others from getting sick
It helps prevent/eliminate body odors
It can make you feel confident
How might people respond to others who are dirty or seem to have poor hygiene?
People might stay away from them
People might make fun of them
Make people feel sorry for them.
How might someone feel if he or she is treated this way?
sad, self-conscious, embarrassed or lonely
What does "Microscopic" mean?
It means that something is so small it can't be seen with the naked eye and is only visible through a microscope.
What other ways can germs spread?
Germs can be spread through the air when someone coughs or sneezes, through human contact, such as kissing or shaking hands, or by touching a surface that someone already had contact with.
Why is it important to take good care of our skin?
The skin protects against germs and disease, and forms a barrier againstt water, maintains body temperature, and provides the sense of touch.
What are some ways to keep our skin clean and healthy?
Keep it clean by washing hands frequently
Take baths or showers as instructed by parents or other adults, usually several times a week.
Protect it from the sun by using sunscreen lotion and wearing clothing that covers the skin and a hat with a large brim.
Why is it important to keep our hands clean?
Keeping our hands clean is the best way to keep ourselves and those around us from getting sick from germs.
When should we wash our hands?
Before or after helping someone cook.
Before eating
After the bathroom, playing with pets and sports
When your hands are visibly dirty
When someone around you is sick
Why is it important to keep our nails clean?
Dirt and germs can build up under fingernails. They look unattractive and can become infected more easily if not cleaned.
What is the best way to keep our nails clean?
Wash nails with soal and water
Use a special nail brush if necessary
Keep nails healthy by trimming them with adult help
Why is it important we keep our hair clean?
Having clean hair helps prevent or eliminate body odors, especially if you are physically active. It also makes you feel confident.
How can we keep our hair clean and healthy?
Wash hair to remove dirt and excess oil
Brush hair to remove dirt and distribute healthy oils that are produced by the scalp
Brush hair gently 1-3 times a day. brushing too hard or too often can damage hair
What is Hygiene?
Hygiene refers to all the ways we stay clean so that we can reduce our exposure to germs and diseases.