Personal Hygiene
Name two things to do each day to show good personal hygiene.
Change clothing, shower, brush teeth, brush hair, wash face, use deodorant, wash hands regularly
Clothing does not need to be washed unless it is visibly soiled and stained. True or False?
False (skin cells and germs are not visible to the eye; they mix with bacteria and cause odor)
True or False: The proper way to clean your hair is to use the same soap used to clean your body.
False. You should use shampoo to clean your hair. Make sure you clean thoroughly from the root to the tips and rinse shampoo completely to avoid greasy buildup.
How often should you get a new toothbrush?
Every 3 months.
What song should you sing when you wash your hands?
ABC's, happy birthday
What causes body odor?
Dirt, oil and sweat mixing with bacteria
After exercising and/or sweating it is ok to keep the same clothes on. True or False
False. Clothing that is sweaty contain germs and bacteria that can cause odor and/or negative health conditions and needs to be changed after activity.
True or False: Dandruff is a problem caused by not washing your hair.
False. Dirty hair itself doesn't cause dandruff. However, oily buildup from not washing your hair can cause flakes.
When are good times to brush your teeth?
In the morning and evening; after big meals (breakfast/ dinner); when you wake up and before you go to sleep.
What part of the hands are commonly missed when hands are being washed.
fingernails
What are three places on your body that can cause body odor?
Armpits, genital area, feet and hair
Name two pieces of clothing that need to be changed everyday.
Underwear, bras, socks, or anything that directly touches the skin.
How should you wash your body?
With soap and warm water. Use a clean cloth or bath sponge to clean armpit area, genital area, and feet.
For how long should you brush your teeth?
When are good times to wash your hands?
After touching waste bins, being near someone who is sick, touching animals, before and after handling food; after using the bathroom and after using a tissue, coughing or sneezing.
What is personal hygiene (definition)?
Hygiene is the practice of keeping clean to stay healthy and prevent disease.
True/False: Clothes that have sweat on them do not smell.
False
True or False: The oil and sweat that build up in your pores can lead to pimples/acne.
True. These substances clog the pore (small holes on your face) and create bumps (pimples). Cleansing your face everyday (morning and before bed) can help keep pores clear.
This is the substance that builds up on teeth from not brushing.
Plaque. This build up can lead to cavities and tooth decay.
Use this to clean your hands if soap and water are not available?
Hand Sanitizer
What does personal hygiene prevent?
Odor, Diseases and sickness
False. Jackets and sweatshirts need to be washed regularly because they are exposed to germs and bacteria.
This substance can be used to temporarily eliminate body odor? You should not use without the permission of a trusted adult.
What is deodorant?
What two things can you do to greatly reduce bad breath?
Brush your teeth, use mouth wash, floss, drink water
What are the places you touch in your school that can have germs that make washing your hands important?
Water fountain, bathroom, door handles, pens/pencils.