One might feel that the toilets in our house are germ-free, well it may not be true! Toilets are at constant risk of being contaminated and thus infections may cause the spread of infection from one family member to another if basic hygiene standards are not observed.
In comparison to the rest of the house bathrooms and toilets usually, have higher levels of moisture, this provides favourable conditions for micro-organisms to survive for long periods.
Certain types of organisms (fungi and some bacteria) can grow and divide to establish resident populations.
The most touched surfaces like a door handle, taps, the toilet flush handle, toilet seat, and lid are the ones where the chance of spreading infection amongst family members is highest.
Sharing towels, napkins and other personal care items increases the risk of spreading skin and eye infections.
The following hygiene measures are recommended:
- Good handwashing practice,
- Hygienically clean baths, wash basins and shower trays regularly,
- Hygienically clean surfaces in the bathroom and toilet regularly
- Keep the toilet bowl clean by flushing after use,
- If the shower has not been used for a long period of time, leave it to run at a hot temperature for a few minutes before use
Issued in public interest by Dolpee