By Rajeshwaari Kalla | August 11, 2025 |  Image: Canva

10 Smart Hygiene Tips to Dodge Infections This Monsoon

Wash hands

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Use soap and water for twenty  seconds. Do it before eating, after coughing, or when you get home

Keep distance

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Avoid close contact with anyone  showing symptoms. Hold off on handshakes and hugs until they’re well

Cover your mouth

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Cough or sneeze into a tissue, then  throw it into a bin. If you do not have a handkerchief or a tissue, use your elbow

Wear a mask

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If you’re ill or around sick people,  wear a mask. A mask can help  to stop germs from travelling

Breathe cleaner air

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It is important to breathe clean air.  Fresh air reduces germ build-up indoors. Open windows or get outdoors

Don’t touch your face

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Hands often carry germs. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth to stay  safe, as it may spread infections

Disinfect common surfaces

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Wipe down door handles, phones, and light switches regularly so that you may be able to reduce germ spread

Rest when unwell

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Take time off if you’re sick. It helps you recover faster and protects others from catching an infection from you

Get vaccinated

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A flu jab is one of the best ways to  reduce your risk of serious illness,  and timely vaccination is crucial

Start treatment early

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Take flu-antivirals only when  prescribed by the healthcare professionals after thorough examination

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