Genital hygiene is important to keep your body well groomed. A good genital hygiene routine helps keep infections at bay and prevent the spread of sexually transmitted diseases.
Positive sleep hygiene translates to maintaining a bedroom (sleep area) environment and routine that promotes restorative sleep. Sticking to a consistent sleep schedule and setting up your bedroom to be a relaxing haven free from disruption all matter...
In our busy world, it is necessary to carve out some time to sleep. Try to utilize some of the tips above to get your body, mind and environment ready for a restful and refreshing night’s sleep
Maintaining skin for those who deal with fecal or urinary incontinence is vital. The skin is our first line of defense against infection and is the largest organ in the body. Preventing skin breakdown should be a high priority.
Indications for hand hygiene include the following: Before and after treating each patient (e.g., before glove placement and after glove removal). After barehanded touching of inanimate objects likely to be contaminated by blood, saliva, or respiratory...
Protect the bed with a special hygienic underpad Start the bath by washing the face, and then wash the ears and the neck with Turn the person to one side to wash his or her back Take care to clean between the toes when washing the feet Protect the areas...
It is common for women to have a typical vaginal odor. It can be managed through basic hygiene practices, including menstrual hygiene, balanced diet, and correct clothing. A more pronounced odor can be indicative of a larger infection requiring medical...
Hand hygiene contributes significantly in keeping patients safe. It is a simple, low-cost action to prevent the spread of many of the microbes that cause health care-associated infections (HAI). Compliance with hand hygiene alone can dramatically enhance...
As you probably already know, good hygiene becomes even more important after ostomy surgery. Bathing with an ostomy is not difficult. The stoma does not interfere with being clean and there are many options available to keep the stoma from getting wet while...
Adjusting to life after an ostomy surgery may seem daunting and nerve-racking. Maintaining a healthy stoma is crucial to avoiding potentially serious health issues down the road. Whether it’s an ileostomy or colostomy, the focal point of your hygiene and...
Surgical Antisepsis require washing hands with Water and antimicrobial soap (e.g., chlorhexidine, iodine and iodophors, chloroxylenol [PCMX], triclosan)
Adult cleansing wipes are quintessential in dealing with incontinence or ostomy. Wet wipes soothe agitated and irritable skin and help maintain personal hygiene. Body cleansing wipes come in several varieties. These are scented unscented, disposable, reusable...
PEG tube complications can be attributed to how a peg tube is inserted or removed. PEG tubes are generally safe and effective. However, it is important to learn about the feeding tube complications. READ MORE.
Disposable washcloths and wipes are moist towelettes which help maintain incontinence hygiene as well as prevent skin rash and irritation. They sanitize, protect from excessive skin dryness and wetness. Incontinence wipes provide quicker, suitable and moderate...
Hand care products, including plain (non-antimicrobial) soap and antiseptic products, can become contaminated or support the growth of microorganisms. Liquid products must be stored in closed containers and dispensed from either disposable containers or...
If you have been down the cleaning aisle of a grocery store, the options seem limitless. Item after item can seem similar, and deciding may seem impossible. We can help make this decision easier with these 5 great flushable wipes.
