Oral Hygiene
How many times should you brush your teeth each day?
Twice a day
How often should you shower
Every other day is typically fine, depending on your lifestyle
What can a person do to stop spreading germs if they are sick
-Stay away from others
-Cover their nose/mouth when they sneeze
-Wear a mask
What is one way to wash your clothes for free in Kansas City?
Wash Wednesdays through reStart! reStart partners with Gates Ultra on Wednesdays to provide free laundry services and resources from 10AM-1:30PM.
How long should you wash your hands for?
20 seconds
How often should you floss your teeth?
Daily
What is the suggested amount of time to put on deodorant each day?
1-2 times a day
What are the best ways to prevent the spread of germs/keep from getting sick?
-Wash your hands
-Don't share utensils/drinks with other people
-Frequently cleaning and disinfecting
How often should you wash your bath towel?
At lease once a week
Examples of times where you should immediately wash your hands
-After using the restroom
-Touching animals
-Before or after eating/preparing meals
What are 3 things you might do during a morning hygiene routine
-Brushing your teeth
-Washing your face
-Shower
-Comb/brush hair
-Put on deodorant
-Get dressed
What are the benefits of showering?
-Helps wash germs away
-Helps prevent illnesses
-Good for mental health
-Can improve circulation
-Boost immunity
True or False: A cell phone carries more germs than a toilet seat
True
What are two types of clothes that should be washed after every wear?
Underwear and workout clothes
Is it better to use soap and water or hand sanitizer to clean your hands?
Soap and water!
How long should you brush your teeth for?
1 minute, 2 minutes, or three minutes
At least 2 minutes
Why do we wash our hair?
-Get rid of sweat and build up
-Prevent/control diseases
-Smell nice!
How do germs get into the body (where do they most commonly enter)
-Mouth, nose, eyes, cuts, or wounds
True or False: Do clothes carry germs?
True
What part of the hand is frequently missed when washing hands?
Fingernails
What does brushing your teeth prevent?
-Cavities, bad breath, gum disease, plaque build up
What is the purpose of hair in the nose, ears, and eyes?
Blocks and collects dust, pollen, and other particles
How long do germs live on surfaces for?
-Hours
-Days/Weeks
-Months
Days/Weeks
Why is it important to properly dry clothes? (What can happen if they stay wet for a long time)
If clothes are left wet for too long, they can grow bacteria and mildew and begin to smell
Why should you use a paper towel to turn off a faucet after washing your hands?
To keep from getting germs on your hands that were on the faucet