Hands Hygiene
How long should you wash your hands?
15-20 seconds with soap and water!
What is the average blood pressure for an adult?
120/80
Anything higher than 140/90 becomes a risk factor for heart disease
How many minutes of physical activity a week is healthy?
150 minutes
(30 minutes a day for 5 days each week)
How often are you supposed to brush each day?
3 times a day before each meal.
Flossing at least once a day is important too!
How many hours of sleep should you get each night?
8-9 hours each night
Improves your immune system and brain function
What percentage of people dry their hands fully after using the bathroom?
20%
Germs are 1000x more easily spread by wet hands than dry!
What percentage of communicable diseases are transferred by touch?
80%
What important vitamin do you get from sunlight?
Vitamin D
How many tablespoons of sugar are in one can of soda?
3-4 tablespoons
How many glasses of water should you drink in a day?
8 (64oz)
Where on our hands are most bacteria found?
Fingertips and under fingernails.
What is most common cause of death in America?
Heart disease
How many servings of fruits and vegetables should you have a day?
5-9 per day
Such as..apples, bananas, broccoli, grapes, spinach, peppers, carrots
How long should you brush your teeth?
2-3 minutes
Whats the best way to prevent serious disease such as flu, measles, polio?
Vaccines!
What percentage of germs can hand sanitizer kill?
99.9%
What is the best way to prevent spread of respiratory disease?
Covering your mouth when sneezing or coughing.
Use tissue or arm, wash hands after!
What environment carries the most germs?
Public bathrooms
How often should you change your toothbrush?
Every 3 months
Why should you get a flu vaccine every year?
Theres a new flu every season!
What common illnesses can be prevented with proper personal hygiene?
Pneumonia, skin infections, food poisoning, stomach flu.
What type of illnesses of are most common in homeless population?
Preventable ones!
Whats the best way to prevent spread of germs with others?
Cleaning after use, not sharing personal items, washing hands and body frequently.
What ingredient in most mouth washes prevents tooth decay?
Fluoride!
It kills the germs in your mouth that cause tooth decay.
Name 3 bad effects of poor posture
soreness and lasting pain
poor circulation
negative mood
increased stress
carpal tunnel
lower motivation
poor digestion
fatigue