The World Health Organization (WHO) defines “HYGIENE” as “conditions and practices that helps maintain health and prevent the spread of diseases”. As the term suggest, it is cleanliness that is maintained in ourselves and that helps to benefit our own and other’s well-being. Everyone has their own routines and set benchmarks by what has been passed down to them by the elders in the family when it comes to keeping oneself clear of dust and germs, usually a cultural trend at their own homes. Cultivating personal hygienic measures helps reduce the rates of infections, prevents illness and maintains general well-being. .......... By Dr. Lalitha Kanapathi

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