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To reduce the risk of transmission of intestinal parasites, the following measures are recommended:
* Personal Hygiene and Cleanliness:
* Wash hands regularly and thoroughly with soap and water, especially after using the toilet, and before preparing or eating food.
* Regularly disinfect surfaces such as door handles and faucets.
* Water Safety:
* Boil water from unknown or suspicious sources before consumption.
* When traveling, hiking, or camping, drink only sealed bottled water. Also, use bottled water for brushing teeth.
* Food Safety:
* Cook food thoroughly and maintain appropriate temperatures (keep hot food hot and cold food cold).
* Use clean utensils for eating and avoid sharing food or kitchen utensils with individuals known to be infected.
* Contact Avoidance:
* Avoid close contact with individuals known to be infected.
* Take precautions to prevent fecal contact during sexual activity.
* Professional Consultation:
* Consult a healthcare professional in advance if planning to travel to high-risk areas or if there is a possibility of coming into contact with potential sources of intestinal parasites.
What can be done to reduce the risk of transmission of the most common intestinal parasite?
* Personal Hygiene and Cleanliness:
* Wash hands regularly and thoroughly with soap and water, especially after using the toilet, and before preparing or eating food.
* Regularly disinfect surfaces such as door handles and faucets.
* Water Safety:
* Boil water from unknown or suspicious sources before consumption.
* When traveling, hiking, or camping, drink only sealed bottled water. Also, use bottled water for brushing teeth.
* Food Safety:
* Cook food thoroughly and maintain appropriate temperatures (keep hot food hot and cold food cold).
* Use clean utensils for eating and avoid sharing food or kitchen utensils with individuals known to be infected.
* Contact Avoidance:
* Avoid close contact with individuals known to be infected.
* Take precautions to prevent fecal contact during sexual activity.
* Professional Consultation:
* Consult a healthcare professional in advance if planning to travel to high-risk areas or if there is a possibility of coming into contact with potential sources of intestinal parasites.