Personal Hygiene

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Prevent Bed Bugs: Quick Tips

Follow these simple steps to prevent bed bugs from getting into your home. ... Details >

National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Cleaning Your Teeth and Gums (Oral Hygiene): Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

This page provides answers to frequently asked questions about cleaning teeth and gums. The page includes information on plaque, tips for daily oral care, and instructions on how to brush and floss te... Details >

American Dental Association

An Ounce of Prevention - Seven Keys to a Safer Healthier Home - (PDF)

This brochure offers information on preventing infectious diseases through proper handwashing, food preparation techniques, immunizations, care in handling pets, and more.... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

10 Steps To Staying Ahead of Lice

Helpful tips on safely dealing with lice and staying lice free.... Details >

National Pediculosis Association, Inc.

Happy Handwashing Song

Help your child develop good hand washing habits. Play this podcast on Happy Handwashing for your child.... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Lurking in the Locker Room

Do you know where nasty things like bacteria and fungi may be hiding? C'mon in to the locker room to see what's lurking under foot and behind closed doors.... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Parasitic Roundworm Diseases

Parasitic roundworms can live on or in humans and cause a variety of health problems. Learn how good personal hygiene can prevent many diseases caused by roundworms.... Details >

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institutes of Health

Taking Care of Your Teeth and Mouth

Also available in: Spanish

This fact sheet illustrates the proper method for cleaning the teeth and gums. Resources for finding low cost dental care are provided as well.... Details >

National Institute on Aging Information Center

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