infectious disease prevention

Infectious disease prevention involves reducing the risk of illness spread through several key practices. Regular handwashing with soap and water eliminates germs. Vaccinations stimulate your immune system to fight specific diseases before symptoms develop. Covering your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing prevents germs from traveling through the air. Maintaining good personal hygiene, such as showering and cleaning clothes, minimizes contamination. Staying home when sick reduces transmission to others. Additionally, using masks when appropriate and practicing physical distancing in crowded settings can help control outbreaks. These strategies collectively help protect individual health and public wellbeing.