1. Corn cob In the 1700s, Native Americans often used dried corncobs as ‘toilet paper’. This material is quite abundant, rich and soft, easy to absorb. Although the user may be a little sore, it is still considered safer and more comfortable than many other materials. 2. Snow For people living in cold areas, snow was a good candidate in a time when toilet paper wasn’t available. The only downside is probably the feeling of cold to the bone, but if you get used to it, no one will feel embarrassed because it is very clean. 3. Rocks It sounds unbelievable, but there were times when people used stones for cleaning. The advantage of this type of “toilet paper” is that it is easy to find, abundant. Just like the cob, although this is not the most comfortable material, it is at least very convenient when there is no other better material to replace it. 4. Wooden stick About 2000 years ago, people in ancient China used toilet sticks. This “toilet paper” is cut from bamboo and other woods, shaped like spoons. People call this tool salaka, cachou or chugi. The ends of the tools are covered with cloth to create a more comfortable feeling for the user. Even so, it still makes people shudder just thinking about it. 5. Broken ceramic shards Compared to the Chinese, the Greeks have even more creepy “toilet paper”. In ancient toilets, the Greeks used “pessoi” (small pieces of pottery) to clean after defecation. These ceramic pieces, usually 3-11 cm in diameter, are cut and angled from broken pottery. This material is so popular that the Greeks have an adage: “Three pieces are enough to wipe”. 6. Tersorium If the above materials are too hard and easily cause pain to the user, the Roman tersorium seems more comfortable. Tersorium is a cleaning device created by attaching sponges to a stick. Although there is no specific document on how to use it, many people think it is likely that tersorium is a toilet brush and not “toilet paper”. 7. Mussel shell People in the island and coastal areas often make use of natural resources as an alternative to “toilet paper”, despite the fact that they have many sharp edges. If there is no mussel shell, people will replace it with coconut shell. 8. Grass Grass and leaves are the softest method ever used by man in history. The advantage of this natural material is that it is easy to find, environmentally friendly and convenient. 9. Sand Different climatic conditions lead to different cleaning methods. In arid places, people are forced to use sand to replace toilet paper. This way is not very comfortable but is almost the only option for many people.

“Bath sponges are considered bacteria bags, as are daily face towels. Items that are hung in a humid place easily create an environment for bacteria to grow. Hard sponge bath products can causing tears while the user washes his face,” he said. Bath sponge made of loofah. Photo: Huff Post. In fact, 98% of dermatologists warn against using bath towels. Doctor J. Matthew Knight (Orlando, USA) shared in the newspaper New York Post that we should quit this habit because the use of the product is to remove dead skin on the body, but then the dead skin cells remain on the surface of the bath sponge, easy to appear mold. “During the bathing process, all kinds of bacteria and dead cells will be trapped in the bath sponge. Most of these bacteria are diverse in types. What they have in common is their vitality and intense reproduction. is at night,” he added. If you use a sponge after shaving, all the bacteria can get into the cuts and cause a skin infection. However, it is essential to clean it thoroughly after each use. After each bath, users need to dry the item in a dry place and should not hang it in wet areas such as the bathroom. In addition, the sponge must be changed regularly after 3 weeks. Absolutely do not use cotton bath when the body has pimples, wounds easily spread bacteria. Bath towels are home to many types of bacteria that are harmful to the body. Photo: Naver.

On the other hand, personal hygiene that requires the help of others is considered the suffering of many elderly people. Their general mentality is that they do not want to depend much on the people around them, especially on personal hygiene. Toilets for the elderly need to meet certain standards. (Illustration) In order to minimize unnecessary incidents as well as help proactively in personal hygiene, the toilets for the elderly need to meet certain standards. Location The most important factor when designing a bathroom for the elderly is location. Usually the toilet is located in or right next to the bedroom, making it convenient for the elderly to move. The entrance to the bathroom is unobstructed, well ventilated, well-lit, and the light switch system is easy to find and reach. The bathroom door must be wide enough to fit a wheelchair through. Floor The restroom is a wet, slippery place often. Therefore, when choosing floor tiles, you should choose bricks with high anti-slip and high roughness. It is necessary to keep the bathroom floor clean and dry. Should use toilet tiles for the elderly with high roughness. (Illustration) Wall tiles should be selected with light colors, avoiding the colors that are too flashy. In order for the elderly to avoid confusion, it is recommended to choose a combination of brick and wall colors in contrast to the color of the sanitary ware. Washstand The sink in the toilet for the elderly should not be set too high. The distance from the floor to the sink in the range of 80cm to 90cm is reasonable. Shower chair For the elderly, bathing is the safest and most comfortable position. The market has a wide variety of shower chairs to choose from. The seat is made of plastic, the legs and seats are made of aluminum. The seat height can be adjusted to suit the user. Bathing is the most comfortable and safest position for the elderly. Therefore, there should be a shower chair in the bathroom. (Illustration) Shower head Lock and shower should be installed in a position just within reach, convenient to turn off and on. Sink faucets should also use products that are easy to handle. Handrails Unlike normal restrooms, the toilets for the elderly should have handrails. Because handrails are essential support for the elderly to easily move in this space. Plan to install handrails in the bathroom for the elderly. (Illustration) Homeowners should add handrails on the wall at a height of about 1.3m in locations such as toilets, bathtubs, shower areas … to support. Handrails should choose products with good quality, high bearing capacity, stainless materials. Potty chair For elderly people with limited personal hygiene, homeowners should use a wheelchair and legroom. Suggestions about the rate of sanitary equipment in the restroom for the elderly. (Illustration) If a potty chair is not used, the toilet can be raised in height. Because with normal toilets, the elderly are quite difficult to lower the body when cleaning. Soap shelf Soap dispenser in the bathroom for the elderly should be installed in a position just within reach. It is best to use the type with the lower box to avoid the soap running down the floor causing slippery. Alarm system In order to promptly detect the unnecessary numbers, in the restrooms for the elderly, homeowners should install alarm systems or alarms. The alarm switch should be located near the floor so that the elderly can easily use it in case something goes wrong. Phuong Anh (synthetic)

The hallmark of the folliculitis is a cluster formation on the skin with many tiny black or reddish-brown nodules that make the thigh skin rough, rough; itching or burning pain to the touch. Inflammatory pores are clogged, hairs cannot grow out or curl inward. Illustration Folliculitis is not difficult to treat, it is important that the sufferer see a doctor to determine the cause of the disease and use appropriate medication. However, the progression of folliculitis is usually persistent, or recurring due to favorable factors such as environmental pollution. So, to prevent the disease from recurring, you need to take the following measures: – Drink plenty of water, eat lots of vegetables and fruits to provide adequate vitamins and minerals to keep skin healthy. – Periodically exfoliate 2 times / week to ensure the skin is well ventilated. – Clean personal hygiene, daily bath even in winter to minimize clogged pores. Use reputable skin care products, especially moisturizers, especially in winter. – Wear loose fitting clothes that absorb sweat well, do not wear too tight or tight clothes. – Change sheets regularly to remove dirt and bacteria on it. – Limit shaving or using hair removal products, especially products of unknown origin. MH (th)

Use a cotton swab to clean your ears: Many people have a habit of using a cotton swab to get earwax, but this is a habit that experts recommend not to follow. Cotton swabs can puncture eardrums, ear infections, and even hearing loss. Soak in soapy water: Soaking in a tub full of fragrant soap bubbles sounds tempting after a long tiring day, but it can cause skin irritation or a vaginal yeast infection. Fragrances and bleaches in the shower gel can wash away the oil that protects the vagina and upset the skin’s pH. Douching: Experts recommend that you absolutely should not douche at home, because this habit can imbalance the pH of the vagina and wash away beneficial bacteria, leading to vaginal infections. The chemicals in douche products can even cause endocrine disruptors, increasing the risk of chronic diseases and causing fertility problems. Dry hand sanitizer: Overuse of dry hand sanitizer can do more harm than good. Experts recommend that triclosan, a compound found in hand sanitizer, is a bad and dangerous alternative to soap and water. Air dryers: An air dryer is not a better alternative to paper towels, as the air dryer is not capable of wiping off residual bacteria from hand washing, and can even cause these bacteria are scattered throughout the room. Bathing for too long: There’s nothing more comfortable than relaxing under a hot shower, but this habit can wash away your skin’s natural oils, leaving it dry. Therefore, you should not take a hot bath for too long. Wash your hair every day: Cleanliness is good, but that doesn’t mean you should wash your hair too often. Daily shampooing removes the natural oils of your hair and scalp, making it dry, brittle and prone to breakage. Excessive moisturizing: If you have the type of dry skin, you may want to apply moisturizer whenever possible. However, experts recommend that excessive moisturizing at night can make your skin overly reliant on the cream without producing oil on its own, which will make your skin drier in the long run. Brush your teeth right after eating: Clean freaks might choose to brush their teeth right after a meal, but this is a mistake. Certain foods, especially those containing citric acid, can weaken tooth enamel, so brushing your teeth right after eating these foods can destroy already weak enamel. Exfoliate too often: Exfoliating too often can be damaging to the skin, as you may be damaging the cuticles, taking away the necessary protective layer of the pores. At that time, the sebaceous glands secrete more oil to compensate for moisture, and this will make your skin too dry, sometimes too oily. Sneezing with your hands: Don’t make the mistake of covering your mouth with your hands when sneezing is a good habit. After you sneeze, if you don’t wash your hands right away and use your hands with other objects, or other people, you are making the bacteria more spread. Spray perfume on underwear: Many people have the wrong habit of spraying perfume on their underwear so that the genital area is always fragrant. However, the chemicals in perfumes can disturb the pH of the vagina, increasing the risk of fungal infections, urinary tract infections or inflammation.

You should not use a cotton swab to clean your ears. Photo source: Internet Many people have a habit of using cotton swabs to get earwax, but this is a habit that experts recommend not to follow. Cotton swabs can puncture eardrums, ear infections, and even hearing loss. Soak in soapy water Soaking in a tub of water full of fragrant soap can be tempting after a long tiring day, but it can cause skin irritation or a vaginal yeast infection. Fragrances and bleaches in the shower gel can wash away the oil that protects the vagina and disturbs the skin’s pH. Douching Experts recommend that you absolutely should not douche at home, as this habit can upset the balance of vaginal pH and wash away beneficial bacteria, leading to vaginal infections. The chemicals in douche products can even cause endocrine disruptors, increasing the risk of chronic diseases and causing fertility problems. Bathe too many times a day Bathing is one of the most basic ways of personal hygiene, but did you know that bathing too much is just as harmful as not bathing all week? This is the conclusion of epidemiologists from Columbia University. Accordingly, too much bath will make your skin dry, easily cracked, thereby making it easier for bacteria to enter the body and create very unpleasant diseases. Experts said that the frequency of bathing during the day should not be more than 1 time. Use 1 pillow for a long time Pillows – whether stuffed or feathers – are paradise for dust mites and mold after a period of use. If we repeatedly use the same pillow without washing or replacing it, they can reach our face, causing a lot of irritating problems such as itchiness, dermatitis, allergies. Overly dirty pillows are also one of the most common causes of skin problems, and even respiratory damage. So if possible, wash pillows once a week, or at most 2 weeks. Wash your face with cake soap Some people mistakenly believe that soap can be used to wash on all parts of the body, including the face. But actually, facial skin is very different from the rest of the body. In fact, baking soap can clog your pores, and make acne worse. Besides, the soap itself is not designed for facial skin either, which can disrupt pH and destroy the protective layer on our facial skin. So remember, the new facial cleanser is what is allowed to be used on your “front” skin only.

In hot weather, we often use air conditioning and the chances of sweat secreting are also less, the function of the sweat glands is also reduced. Sweat and ammonia will emit an unpleasant odor. The heavy body odor caused by sweat in hot weather often makes you uncomfortable and makes a lot of problems in living and communication. How much perfume is not compensating. So what’s the tip? Use a deodorant roller Deodorizing roller will be more convenient for you. Before leaving the house, you should use deodorant rollers on large sweat glands such as under the armpits, groin. Should choose reputable and quality brands to ensure safety for health. Illustration. Change your diet accordingly Pay attention to the daily eating menu and adjust for more reasonable. You should limit alcohol, tobacco and eat less meat and fatty foods. In addition, some plants have inherent “bold” flavors such as garlic, curry, and onions. You should include foods like green vegetables and fruits, seaweed, green beans, shiitake mushrooms, and green tea. At the same time, every day should drink plenty of water to increase urine output, help eliminate metabolic residues. Personal hygiene and wear appropriate clothing The issue of daily bathing and personal hygiene needs to be properly ensured, not being wet by perspiration but producing an unpleasant odor. In addition, when it is hot, choose clothes that are better ventilated and absorbent, and wash and dry. Ensure a dry, clean living environment You should regularly sweep and open windows to exchange natural gas. If the room is too hot, causing the body to sweat a lot, use a clean towel to absorb and dry. Ask a doctor to intervene If your sweat glands have problems, it is necessary to have inspection and treatment from a specialist to balance the sweat glands, improve the condition of heavy body.

Nam Hien and his sister Nguyen Thi Hong

On an accidental occasion, I heard about the situation of a man who is an actor club of Nhon Hung commune music club (Tinh Bien). “The song life” seems to be involved in the life of this suffering man as well! He is Nguyen Van Hien, an acquaintance or Nam Hien, who is currently suffering from a stroke, is bedridden and is trying to shake the last days of his life in solitude.

Visiting Nam Hien’s house in Tay Hung hamlet on a hot afternoon, I met with my sister who was directly nurturing. In the hospital bed, Nam Hien was thin and thin, his blank eyes occasionally glancing around. Mrs. Nguyen Thi Hong (his biological sister Nam Hien) said that Nam Hien could not speak but also had no emotional expression, so the care was very extreme. From eating to personal hygiene, Nam Hien has to rely on his sister, because he is now a plant man.

Talking about Mr. Nam Hien’s situation, Ms. Hong could not hold back tears: “When he was still strong, he ran a” motorbike taxi “to make a living and went to the party to hire a party. The income was precarious at that time, but at least I could take care of myself. I remember, at that time he only ate rice with duck seeds, meals were cooked, meals were fried, meals were boiled. The sisters’ family lived next to each other, and I asked him to come over to eat together to help relieve loneliness. Maybe because his life is poor, his wife also left without looking back at her face once! ”.

In terms of character, Nam Hien is considered a gentle and quiet person. When going to the party to hire the party, it does not require or criticize much or less remuneration. One month before Nam Hien became ill, the wife of the first few years held her arms and knees and took off her shirt. “That day, he went to the lodge for people, sitting down suddenly. Everyone gathered and drove them to the hospital, so he couldn’t speak anymore. I stayed in the hospital for a few times, and I brought her here because my illness did not go away. Afraid that I would lie alone at night, if no one would continue, I brought it over to my house to take care of. Looking at you more and more emaciated, I feel very sorry “- Mrs. Hong choked.

Currently, Ms. Hong only watches the time of feeding rice, water and personal hygiene for Nam Hien. The over-60-year-old sister tried every meal to buy some meat and fish to foster her. Occasionally someone loved her. She would drop by for a bit of money to save her to buy more food for Nam Hien. Ms. Hong’s family background is not quite well off. The husband and wife work as hired labor and send money to her every month to live. Now she redistributed a portion of it to Nam Hien. Sometimes when she ran out of money, Mrs. Hong asked people to let her buy fish in shortage, and she would send it back when she had money. Thanks to good neighbors, loving Nam Hien’s circumstances, they were willing.

“I can’t help you, my intestines are bleeding softly! I think I went to a hundred temples and left my brother suffering with this disease even more guilty. If only I try to take care of me until the last day, so that if I have the best part, she will also be happy because my sister will be by my side in the last minute. His life is now over, his wife has abandoned it, and I do not look. I am a real sister, but if not burdened anymore, how can she live! Now, I just hope that all the donors will help me to have more conditions to worry for a long-term Hien year, because my family can only eat enough ”- Ms. Hong confided.

According to the People’s Committee of Nhon Hung commune, Mr. Nguyen Van Hien is one of the near-poor households of the locality. The current situation is quite difficult because of the catastrophic disease and no money to live. We hope all the benefactors help Nam Hien have more conditions to live with the disease that pushed his life into this tragic situation!

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Increasing hand, foot and mouth cases in Hanoi

According to a report by the Department of Preventive Medicine (Ministry of Health), from the beginning of the year to the end of April 11, the whole country recorded 18,436 cases of hand, foot and mouth disease, of which 4 cases died in 3 provinces: Kien Giang, An Giang and Long An. Compared to the same period in 2020, the number of cases increased 4 times, increasing mainly in the South and locally in some provinces and cities such as Ho Chi Minh City, Dong Nai, Long An, Dong Thap. , An Giang. In Hanoi, from the beginning of 2021 up to now, the city has recorded 82 cases of hand, foot and mouth disease in 28 districts, towns.

Speaking at the meeting of the Steering Committee for Disease Control Covid-19 in Hanoi on the afternoon of February 12, Mr. Hoang Duc Hanh, Deputy Director of the Department of Health, said that hand, foot and mouth disease is a frequent epidemic in the area. Annually, Hanoi records from 1,000 to 3,000 cases. Recently, the number of cases of hand, foot and mouth disease tends to increase. According to the assessment, this disease can continue to increase in the coming time and mainly occurs in young people (under 5 years old accounts for more than 90%).

To proactively prevent hand, foot and mouth disease, the Department of Health has asked the People’s Committees of districts and towns to direct the Department of Education and Training to coordinate with the Health Center in implementing measures to prevent, fight hand, foot and mouth disease in schools. Specifically, to increase communication about preventive measures for teachers and students. At the same time, it is recommended that parents, when detecting a child with signs of illness, must notify the school and medical facility for timely measures to isolate treatment. Instruct the school on measures to treat the environment to prevent hand, foot and mouth disease such as cleaning classrooms, floors, tables, chairs, toys, learning tools … with soap or chloramine B according to regulations. .

In addition, strengthening the inspection and urging of educational institutions in the area, especially preschools, primary schools, and groups of children, and family kindergartens should seriously implement prevention and control measures. disease under the guidance of the health sector. Districts, districts and towns; Communes, wards and towns need to strengthen communication on disease prevention and control measures for the community such as environmental sanitation, personal hygiene, hand washing with soap, practice of clean eating, clean living and preservation. toys for children … so that people can understand and follow.

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According to the Department of Preventive Medicine, hand, foot and mouth disease in Vietnam is a year-round disease that spreads through the gastrointestinal tract and is found in almost 63 provinces and cities, often recording an increase in the number of cases from months 4 – 5 and September – October every year. Children are susceptible to infection because they are related to the practice of personal hygiene, inadequate environmental hygiene, especially hygiene skills for children, not yet washing their hands with soap regularly.

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According to a report from the Center for Disease Control in Ho Chi Minh City, the situation of hand, foot and mouth disease in the city tends to increase strongly. At the Center for Disease Control in Da Nang City, from the beginning of the year to April 2021, the number of cases of hand, foot and mouth disease across the city was more than 212, an increase of 2.5 times compared to the same period in 2020 to 92 shift. Similarly, the Center for Disease Control in Dak Lak province said, in the first three months of 2021, in the whole province, there were 250 cases of children suffering from hand, foot and mouth disease; in many cases, the child became seriously ill and there was one case of death.

Before that, the Ministry of Health had written about strengthening hand, foot and mouth disease prevention in the summer. To strengthen the prevention of hand, foot and mouth disease, in order to minimize the number of cases and deaths, and prevent the epidemic from spreading and prolonging, the Ministry of Health requests the People’s Committees of provinces and cities to be on duty. It is under the central government to strengthen appropriate health education and communication activities to the people about measures to prevent hand, foot and mouth disease, actively implement hygiene activities and improve health.

Specialists said, hand, foot and mouth disease is a disease that often occurs in young children, appearing in an annual cycle, that is, every year to a certain point, the number of children suffering from hand, foot and mouth disease. will be more. It is an acute contagious infection caused by a virus originating from the intestinal tract that spreads through the diet (the child’s saliva secretions), with the external manifestations of: a small rash on the palm of the hand, soles or mouth sores. Along with that, the child may have a mild fever, even a high fever.

The Ministry of Health suggested that the Education and Training sector strongly implement activities to prevent hand, foot and mouth disease in educational institutions, especially in kindergartens and kindergartens. To require educational institutions to have adequate means of hand washing, soap and have convenient locations to facilitate child care and child care to wash hands with soap; perform classroom cleaning, and clean the surfaces of study desks and toys every day with soap or common detergent. At the same time, to detect early cases of the disease at educational establishments, immediately notify the local health agency to organize the prompt examination, treatment and treatment of the epidemic.

The Health sector strengthens surveillance activities, early detection of outbreaks, and thoroughly handle the epidemic to avoid spreading on a large scale. Well organize the treatment division in hospitals, limit referral of patients within the treatment capacity in order to reduce overcrowding for higher level hospitals; dividing the flow of medical examination, collection, first aid and treatment of patients. For critically ill patients, death should be minimized. Implement well prevention of cross-infection in treatment facilities, especially prevention of cross-infection between hand, foot and mouth disease with measles, pneumonia and other respiratory infections.

The Ministry of Health also recommends that people and community take the following measures: Wash hands often with soap under running water several times a day; practice good eating and drinking hygiene; regularly clean surfaces and tools that are in contact every day; do not let children come into contact with sick people or suspected illnesses; using a hygienic toilet, the patient’s faeces and wastes must be collected and disposed of into the sanitary latrines; When detecting a child with signs of suspicion of the disease, it is necessary to bring the child to a doctor or immediately notify the nearest medical authority./.