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How to prevent Strep Throat?

This article explains how to prevent strep throat with simple, effective strategies like regular handwashing, using hand sanitizers, and avoiding close contact with infected individuals.

  • 23 Oct 2024
  • 3 min read
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Introduction

Caused by the streptococcus bacteria, strep throat is a common but uncomfortable infection that can result in fever, discomfort, and throat pain.

Even though antibiotics are frequently used to treat it, prevention is always preferable to treatment. You can drastically lower your chance of getting strep throat by implementing a few easy yet effective strategies into your daily routine.

This enhances well-being in general and emphasises the value of health insurance in reducing future medical expenses.

Ways to prevent strep throat

Here's how you can prevent strep throat.

     1. Wash your Hands

One of the best ways to stop the spread of common infections, like strep throat, is to wash your hands. It's especially beneficial if you spend time in settings like hospitals, nursing homes, childcare facilities, and schools where dangerous germs are more prevalent.

    2. Stock up on hand sanitiser

The best way to keep your hands clean is to wash them with soap and water. Use hand sanitiser in situations where you don't have access to soap and water. It's not quite as potent, but it can kill a lot of germs if it contains at least 60% alcohol.

Always have hand sanitiser on you, especially if you're going someplace without access to clean water, restrooms, or sinks. For optimal use, read and abide by the instructions included in the package.

    3. Keep others safe in your house.

You and your family members can take simple actions to prevent the spread of infection at home.

For instance, avoid sharing food, beverages, cutlery, or place settings with someone who has strep throat in your home.

Don't give them your towels, facecloths, or pillowcases either. Clean all kitchenware, laundry, and dishes in hot, soapy water.

When you cough or sneeze, always cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or the inside bend of your elbow.

Conclusion

Reducing the prevalence of strep throat requires putting preventive measures first. Basic practices like washing your hands frequently, avoiding close contact with sick people, and boosting your immunity can make a big difference.

Furthermore, health insurance offers an additional degree of security by guaranteeing that you can obtain the required medical care without experiencing excessive financial hardship.

By adopting these practices into your daily routine, you not only protect your health but also foster a wellness culture that is advantageous to the community as a whole.

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Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your general physician or another certified medical professional for any questions regarding a medical condition. Relying on any information provided in this blog is solely at your own risk, and ICICI Lombard is not responsible for any effects or consequences resulting from the use of the information shared.

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