Health Protection Agency (HPA) has warned the public due to the rising number of diarrhea cases and advises to maintain personal and public hygiene.

HPA also stated that flu cases continue to increase across the nation. Hence, the number of patients consulting doctors have increased. In addition, HPA stressed on the importance of prevention.

HPA has suggested some steps that the public can take to ensure personal and public hygiene, to prevent diarrhea cases, such as;

• Wash hands with soap after changing diapers, using toilet and before eating
• Store food properly to prevent contamination
• Use fresh ingredients to prepare meals
• Store food safely to avoid spoilage 
• Cook well before eating food
• Wash raw vegetables and fruits before eating
• Use bottle water to cook and drink. If not, use boiled water or chlorinated supply water

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