PROPER

HYGIENE
“Being Clean is a Discipline:
We should Know and Follow Proper
Hygiene”
 WHAT IS HYGIENE?

The word hygiene is derived from Greek,

which means “an act of health.” Hygiene is
the practice of maintain cleanliness for
preserving health and preventing the spread
of diseases.
 THIS INCLUDES:

TAKING A BATH
HANDWASHING
TOOTH BRUSHING
 HANDWASHING

Hand hygiene is one of the most important

elements of infection control. It is a way of
cleaning one's hands that substantially reduces
potential pathogens (harmful microorganisms)
and remove transient micro-organisms, acquired
through everyday tasks on the hands.
Maintaining a proper hand hygiene significantly
reduces the risk of cross-contamination and
transmission of contagious infections.
 TOOTH CARE

Regular toothbrushing is important for

both children and adults. It helps to remove
the bacteria and plaque that cause tooth
decay and gum disease. It is recommended
that everybody must brush their teeth after
each meal and immediately before going to
bed at night.
 TAKING A BATH

The purpose of bathing is for personal

hygiene. It is a means of achieving
cleanliness by washing away dead skin
cells, dirt, and soil and as a preventative
measure to reduce the incidence,
spread of disease and may reduce body
odors.
 WHAT IS THE IMPORTANCE OF PROPER
HYGIENE TO ONE’S HEALTH

Good personal hygiene is important for both health and

social reasons. It entails keeping your hands, head and body
clean so as to stop the spread of germs and illness. Personal
grooming improves your own health while also having an
effect on the lives of those around you. It's also important to
understand the social benefits of one's personal behaviors.
WHAT ARE THE PURPOSES OF PROPER
HYGIENE?

GOOD HYGIENE SAVES LIVES

EFFECTIVE PROPER HYGIENE CAN REDUCE SICK

DAYS.

GREAT PROPER HYGIENE MAKES YOU A GREAT

ROLE MODEL.
 GOOD HYGIENE SAVE LIVES

Inadequate sanitation and hygiene are

responsible for a huge amount of preventable
deaths – in fact it’s believed that adequate hygiene
could save around 8 million lives around the world.
Good hygiene practices can reduce the risk of
contracting gastrointestinal and respiratory
infections, including influenza and salmonella.
EFFECTIVE PROPER HYGIENE CAN REDUCE SICK DAYS.

Handwashing and using hand sanitizer significantly cut

down the number of sick days that students took off from
school because of colds, coughs, fevers or diarrhea. That
means proper handwashing, having hand sanitizer
dispensers and a personal hygiene checklist is a very good
idea. In addition, washing the body often, if possible,
everybody should take a shower or a bath every day. Also,
cleaning the teeth at least thrice a day. Brushing the teeth
after each meal and immediately before going to bed is the
best way of making sure that gum disease and tooth decay
are avoided
 Great proper hygiene makes you a great role model.

Before teaching a child upon proper hygiene,

one must do it because how can a child follow if the
one who discusses isn't doing it which emphasizes
the third purpose of proper hygiene towards being a
great role model. Also, ensure to educate kids the
value of proper hygiene such as, washing their
hands regularly, brushing at least thrice a day and
taking a bath every day.
What are the procedures that
must be practice in order to
maintain proper hygiene?
HOW TO WASH YOUR
HANDS?
So when are the best times to wash
your hands?

 When your hands are dirty

 Before eating or touching food (like
if you're helping cook or bake, for
example)
 After using the bathroom
 after blowing your nose or
coughing
 After touching pets or other
animals
 After playing outside
 Before and after visiting a sick
relative or friend
HOW TO BRUSH YOUR
TEETH?
So when are the best times to brush
your teeth?

 After breakfast, lunch and dinner

 After eating chocolates
 Before going to bed
 After waking up in the morning
HOW TO TAKE A BATH?

So when are the best times

to take a bath?

 In the morning
 Undress Lather a small
In the afternoon Get the water Wet your entire
body  amount of shampoo
temperature right. 
 Before going to bed into your hair

 After playing outside

 Before and after visiting a
sick relative or friend
Thoroughly rinse all Apply conditioner to Wash your face Wash your body
of the shampoo out of your hair
your hair

Rinse off the soap Turn off the water Dry off with a towel
 What are the impacts of
improper personal hygiene
to one’s health?
 What are the impacts of
improper personal hygiene
to one’s health?
 Impacts of improper Handwashing

Improper washing of hands can run the risk of

infecting others which can make them sick. It also
facilitates an individual to be more prone in acquiring
infections that might lead and develop to a more severe
and serious infections that can gradually diminish one's
health.
 Not using enough soap

At a certain level, hand washing is little more than

getting your hands wet if you don’t use enough soap.
Start by wetting your hands with warm or cold water,
and then apply a generous amount of soap. A nickel to
quarter size amount of liquid soap is just about the
perfect amount (don’t worry about whether your soap
is antibacterial, as that doesn’t really do much). Once
applied, spend a few seconds lathering the soap on your
hands. By rubbing your hands together, you create
friction that works to remove grease, dirt, and microbes
from the surface of your hands.
 Not Scrubbing Entire Hand

Properly washing your hands means

cleaning all of the available surface area.
Don’t forget to clean the back of your hands,
between your fingers, and especially under
your nails, an area where a lot of dirt and
germs can accumulate. You may even want to
consider keeping your nails short right now to
make it easier to properly clean under them.
Not Spending Enough Time Washing

To properly remove all of the dirt, grim,

and germs that accumulate on the surface
of your hands, you need to spend at least
20 seconds scrubbing. The song “Happy
Birthday” provides a pretty good sense of
just how long 20 seconds is, but you can
always substitute a verse of another song
instead
 Not rinsing well enough

After spending all of that time scrubbing

your hands clean, don’t skimp on the final
step by not properly rinsing your hands.
Make sure to hold your hands under
running water until all of the lathered soap
has been removed off of your hands.
Removing any excess soap will also help to
reduce any irritation your hands may feel
from becoming overly dry.
 Skip Drying Hands

Hands allow for the easy transferal of

germs, so make sure to take just a few
more seconds to dry them off. At home,
simply use a clean, dry hand towel, and a
paper hand towel or electric drier when
out in public.
 Impacts of improper Tooth brushing
Not brushing your teeth regularly can lead to teeth issues
and plaque buildup. It causes not only gum problems but also
toothache, stained teeth, cavities, chipped tooth and cracked
tooth. In addition, overly vigorous toothbrushing or using the
wrong type of brush for the technique often leads to cervical
tooth abrasion, gingival irritation, and gingival recession, or all
of these problems. Uncontrolled or overly vigorous dental
flossing may lead to irritation, ulceration, or defects of the
gingiva.
 Not brushing long enough

Your brush should be brushed for at least two

minutes, twice a day. This is about the length of
the song Happy Birthday, sung two times
through. While you can’t sing with a toothbrush
in your mouth, you could hum or sing along in
your head, making sure you scrub all surfaces of
teeth, gums, and even your tongue thoroughly,
rinse well afterward to make sure your mouth is
squeaky clean.
 Brushing teeth too hard

Brushing your teeth too hard, or with a

brush that has hard, wiry bristles can
actually cause damage to your teeth. You
can wear away protective enamel and
erode gum tissue by brushing too hard.
Use a gentle circular motion when
brushing, and you’ll keep all tooth and
gum surfaces intact.
 Brushing right after eating

If you have consumed something acidic, it’s

best to wait at least 30 minutes after eating
before brushing your teeth. Brushing too soon
after eating or drinking acidic foods will actually
embed the acid still present in the mouth into
the enamel of your teeth, causing damage and
erosion. Giving your saliva a chance to neutralize
acid will prevent excess erosion from occurring.
 Storing brushes improperly

Your toothbrush should be well rinsed after

every use, and it should be stored upright, giving
it a chance to air out completely. Storing in an
airtight container or in a glass with liquid gives
germs and bacteria an opportunity to grow on
your bristles, putting you at risk for more
bacteria and infection to grow in your mouth
with each use.
 Using improper brushing technique

Your tooth brushing should be done in a

gentle, circular motion, encompassing both all
tooth surfaces and gum tissue. Hold your brush
at a 45-degree angle, and use wide, thorough
strokes when brushing, including the tongue
and insides of cheeks as well. Brush for two
minutes, and rinse with water thoroughly to
remove excess food debris, toothpaste, and
bacteria.
 Failing to floss

Brushing cannot reach everywhere in the

mouth; floss is necessary for maintaining
optimal oral health. After brushing, floss in
between and around all teeth and along the
gumline will significantly reduce your chances
of developing gum disease and decay. Aim for
flossing at least once daily for the best
results.
 Impacts of improper Takin a Bath

Poor hygiene or infrequent showers can cause a buildup of

dead skin cells, dirt, and sweat on your skin. This can trigger
acne, and possibly exacerbate conditions like psoriasis,
dermatitis, and eczema. Showering too little can also trigger
an imbalance of good and bad bacteria on your skin.
 Bathing Too Often

Showering every day may be a habit, but

unless you’re grimy or sweaty, you may not need
to bathe more than a few times a week. Washing
removes healthy oil and bacteria from your skin,
so bathing too often could cause dry, itchy skin
and allow bad bacteria to enter through cracked
skin. When you expose your body to normal dirt
and bacteria, it actually helps strengthen your
immune system. Plus, showering too often wastes
water.
 Using the Wrong Soap

Antibacterial soaps can kill too much bacteria,

including the good kind. This can allow bad
bacteria that’s resistant to antibiotics to move in.
Harsh soaps can dry out your skin, so stick with
mild soaps with added oils, gentle cleansers, or
shower gels with added moisturizers. If you have
eczema or sensitive skin, scented soaps can
irritate your skin. Use fragrance-free soaps
instead
Not Washing Towel Often Enough

Damp towels are a breeding ground for

bacteria, yeasts, mold, and viruses. A dirty towel
can cause toenail fungus, jock itch, athlete’s foot,
and warts. Yikes! To avoid this, change or launder
your towel at least once a week and make sure it
dries between uses. Hang it spread out on a towel
bar rather than from a hook to help it dry quicker.
Wash towels more often when you’re sick and if
your home is humid, like during the summer.
 Not Cleaning Loofahs

Are great for scrubbing, but their nooks are

the perfect hiding place for germs. You should
clean your loofah weekly by soaking it in diluted
bleach for five minutes and rinsing well. Although
it’s convenient to store your loofah in the shower,
it’s safer to shake it out and hang it somewhere
cool where it will dry faster. You should replace a
natural loofah at least every 3 to 4 weeks and a
plastic one every 2 months.
 Not Cleaning Showerhead

Your showerhead is an ideal home for bacteria,

which love to grow in its small, damp, dark holes.
When the water runs, the bacteria can enter the
air you breathe. This is hard to avoid, but you can
remove and clean the showerhead in boiling
water to help kill the bacteria. It also helps to run
hot water for a minute before you get in the
shower, and drain as much water as possible from
the showerhead when you’re done bathing.
THANK YOU
GROUP 2
MOLDERO, EDRIAN T.
NEBAB, ZAILYN BHEL M.
PANGCOGA, HAINAH S.
RAMOS, STANLEE A.
RESPICIO, ANGEL JOYCE M.