Question
It has been learned that a Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease outbreak has occurred in a certain area, while locally, no cases have been reported yet. If planning to take a 3-year-old child to that area, how should the risk be assessed and what precautions should be taken?
Answer
The best way to prevent Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is to vaccinate the child against the disease and avoid contact with infected children. During an outbreak period, it is advisable to minimize the child’s visits to crowded places or poorly ventilated areas. In daily life, encourage the child to participate in outdoor activities suitable for their physical abilities to enhance their resistance. These measures can effectively prevent Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease.