Questions
How can hand, foot, and mouth disease be prevented? How should home disinfection be carried out? Which is better for children to clean their faces, soap or hand sanitizer?
Answers
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is caused by enteroviruses and can be transmitted through contact and airborne routes. Preventive measures include frequent hand washing, ensuring good ventilation, avoiding drinking unboiled water, and consuming only cooked food. For home disinfection, chlorine-based disinfectants like 84 disinfectant are recommended. Either soap or hand sanitizer can be used for cleaning a child’s face.