Repeat after 2 weeks in appropriate dosage
Deworming of the family to be considered.
1.Personal Hygiene
Wash hands with soap and water before eating and after using the toilet.
Trim fingernails regularly to avoid accumulation of ova under nails.
Avoid nail-biting or finger-sucking, especially in children.
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🍽️ 2. Food and Water Safety
Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly, especially if eaten raw.
Drink only clean or boiled water (or properly filtered).
Avoid street food that may be contaminated.
🚽 3. Sanitation and Toilet Use
Promote use of sanitary latrines;
Proper disposal of human feces to break the cycle of transmission.
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🛏️ 4. Environmental Measures
Wear footwear outdoors to prevent hookworm infection via skin penetration.
Avoid walking barefoot in contaminated soil.
🏠 5. Household Measures
Avoid sharing towels, bedding, and undergarments, especially in pinworm infestations.
Wash clothes and bed linens in hot water if someone is infected.
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