Sri Raj Memorial Hospital
Seva. Vishwas. Swasthya.
Simple daily hygiene practices can prevent up to 80% of common infections. Based on WHO, UNICEF, NHM Odisha, and Government of India health guidelines.
Personal and environmental hygiene are among the highest-impact, lowest-cost measures any family can adopt. NHM Odisha data indicates that a considerable share of preventable illness in districts including Balasore stems from poor sanitation, contaminated water, and inadequate hygiene habits. The encouraging reality is that consistent, everyday practices — hand washing, food safety, clean surroundings — can substantially reduce the burden of illness within your home and neighbourhood.
Use soap and clean water for at least 20 seconds. Wash before eating, after using the toilet, after touching animals, and after coughing or sneezing.
Rinse hands under clean running water, not in a shared basin. Rub all surfaces — back of hands, between fingers, under nails.
When soap and water are unavailable, use an alcohol-based sanitiser (at least 60% alcohol). Apply to all hand surfaces until dry.
Eyes, nose, and mouth are entry points for germs. Avoid touching your face with unwashed hands — this is one of the easiest ways infections spread.
Always wash raw produce under running water before eating or cooking, even if you plan to peel them.
Cook meat, poultry, eggs, and seafood to safe internal temperatures. Avoid undercooked food — especially during monsoon season.
Use filtered, boiled, or bottled water. Store water in clean, covered containers. Never drink from unknown sources.
Refrigerate perishable food within 2 hours. Keep raw meat separate from other foods. Do not consume food past its expiry date.
Brush teeth twice daily using fluoride toothpaste. Clean your tongue. Replace toothbrush every 3 months. Rinse mouth after every meal.
Bathe at least once daily, especially in hot and humid Odisha weather. Use clean water and mild soap to prevent skin infections and rashes.
Long nails harbour bacteria and parasites. Trim nails weekly and scrub under them when washing hands.
Change undergarments daily. Wash clothes in clean water and dry in sunlight — sunlight is a natural disinfectant that kills bacteria.
Sweep and mop floors daily. Disinfect high-touch surfaces (door handles, light switches, taps) with a suitable cleaner at least twice a week.
Always use a toilet. Wash hands after every use. Disinfect toilet seats and handles weekly. Cover the toilet lid before flushing to prevent germ spray.
Segregate wet and dry waste. Keep bins covered. Empty bins daily. Never leave food waste in open containers — it attracts insects and rodents.
Open windows for at least 2 hours daily to allow fresh air in and reduce moisture. Good ventilation prevents mould and airborne disease spread.
Use a tissue or your elbow — never your bare hand — to cover coughs and sneezes. Dispose of tissues immediately and wash hands.
Avoid going to work, school, or public places when you have fever, diarrhoea, or active infections. This protects your community.
Wash clothing, bedding, and utensils used by sick persons separately in hot water. This prevents transmission to healthy family members.
Complete the full antibiotic or medication course as prescribed. Never self-medicate — it leads to antibiotic resistance, a growing national problem.
Our doctors provide guidance on preventive health, hygiene-related illnesses, and wellness programmes for the whole family.
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