Three things you need for good oral hygiene?
Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss
When should you wash your hands? *Must give three examples*
Before you eat, after using the bathroom, before you cook, after touching raw meat, when you come home from school, work or going out.
What is the proper way to cough?
Take your arm and move it across your face so your mouth is covered. This cough is considered a vampire cough.
How often should you change your socks?
Daily
Conditions or practices conducive to maintaining health and preventing disease, especially through cleanliness.
How often should you change your toothbrush?
Every three to four months or after you are sick.
Bonus question: What type of brush should you use?
How can you keep your hands clean?
Washing your hands. Cutting your nails. Using hand sanitizer. Etc.
Name three personal hygiene items you should not share
Ex: Combs, brushes, towels, headphones
How often should you wash your sheets?
Every one to two weeks. Try not to lay in bed if you have gone out unless you've changed/ showered.
The number of germs on your hand is comparable to the number of...
A. Cars in a large parking lot
B. Trees in a forest
C. Grains of sand on a beach
D. Kernels in a bag of popcorn
What part(s) of your mouth should you brush.
You should brush your teeth, gums and tongue! Most bacteria hangs around on your gums and tongue.
If your tongue is white, that is an accumulation of bacteria and mucus which can make the breath smell bad.
How should you clean your ears?
With soap and water in the shower, then wipe it with a towel. If you use a q-tip, you are pushing the wax deeper into your ear and you can possibly damage your ear drum.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ld_8zROYDzw
What can you do to prevent others from getting sick?
Stay at home, don't touch others, wipe down all surfaces, keep a distance, don't share food, get a flu shot.
How often should you bathe?
Everday/ Every other day.
TRUE OR FALSE
Is antibacterial soap is better than regular soap?
Antibacterial soaps are no more effective than regularsoap and water for killing disease-causing germs, according to the CDC. Regular soap tends to be less expensive than antibacterial soap and hand sanitizers. Regular soap won't kill healthy bacteria on the skin's surface
cited from the CDC*
What is plaque?
A sticky, slimy substance made up mostly of germs that causes your teeth to decay.
Bonus Question: How often should you see your dentist?
How often should you wash your hair?
Varies on the type of hair but at least twice a week.
Hair holds onto a lot of dust, dirt, and bacteria. Te more products you use in your hair, the more often you should clean it.
How is biting your nails harmful to your health?
It transfers bacteria from your hands to your mouth.
What is the dirtiest part of your body?
Your mouth. Millions of bacteria live on your gums, tongue, and teeth.
Should you wash your meat before serving it?
The answer is NO! It is tradition for people to wash their meat but putting it in vinegar or lemon does not get rid of the bacteria within the meat. You also risk spreading harmful bacteria to other surfaces such as your sink. The only way to kill ALL of the bacteria is to cook your meat thoroughly.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kght1DvWn4c&feature=youtu.be