How To Prevent And Treat Ascariasis

Wash Hands With Soap And Water

One of the best and easiest ways to prevent ascariasis is to for everyone to wash their hands with soap and water. While parasites are more common in undeveloped worlds, they exist in the developed world too. Thankfully, in the United States, many measures have been taken to prevent the development of parasites in unclean water. However, as long as unclean water exists, and it most certainly does, the presence of parasites also exists. Whether an individual is traveling in an area with untreated water, at a concert site, or out in the forest hiking, they should be sure to take the time to thoroughly wash their hands. Ascariasis ringworms exist in contaminated soil, and unless they've been watching that soil for years, individuals likely don't know what's been placed on it or what has washed over it. As such, individuals should be mindful to wash their hands before placing them anywhere near their mouth. Children especially should wash their hands with soap and water diligently.

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