Good Hygiene
What hygiene tasks should you complete in the morning?
Brush teeth, put on clean clothes, brush hair, wear deodorant
How long should you brush your teeth?
2 minutes each time, total of 4 minutes per day
True or False: It's okay to share a toothbrush with others
False: This is how germs can spread
Is getting enough sleep part of having good hygiene?
Yes, getting enough sleep is important for hygiene and it affects our bodies and brains.
How long should you wash your hands?
at least 20 seconds
Is keeping your room clean part of good hygiene?
Yes! Germs and bacteria can live on surfaces, so it's very important to have a clean area
How often should you brush your teeth?
At least 2x per day
True or False: It's okay to not shower if you put on deodorant
False: Always shower, deodorant does not clean your body
When should you wash your hands?
-After using the bathroom
-When they are dirty
-Before cooking or eating
When you arrive at home from school
After playing with your pet.
How many times a day should you shower?
At least once.
When you sneeze, what should you do?
Cover your nose, sneeze in your elbow, and wash your hands
When brushing your teeth, you don't need to really worry about brushing your tongue or side of your mouth.
False, this is what causes bad breath.
How can having poor hygiene affect our social relationships (friends)?
It can cause others to not want to get close to us due to body odor and other smells that can occur when we don't take care of our bodies and our oral hygiene
Is deodorant important? If so, why?
Yes, it helps prevent bad odors caused from sweat
Is it okay to touch your face with dirty hands? What can happen?
It can cause you to get sick by the germs (touching your mouth, putting your hands or other objects in your mouth), and can cause acne.
Why is good hygiene important?
Good hygiene can help you and those around you from getting sick, by helping prevent the spread of infections, illnesses, and bad odors
What happens if you don't brush your teeth?
You will have bad breath; You can get cavities; You can get gingivitis (gum disease/bleeding of the gums)
True or False? 80% of infections are spread by touch.
True
True or False: If you get sweaty during the day playing or doing sports, you don't have to shower as long as you showered in the morning
False: Even if you showered in the morning, sweat and oils cause bacteria that gives off bad odors. It is a good idea to shower again.
What kind of water should you use when washing your hands?
Warm water