Tubercolusis Infection, Prevent, and Control

What is TB? TB stands for Tuberculosis, an infection caused by bacteria. TB damages the lungs and can infect other organs. TB can be transmitted through the air of a person who has TB, coughs or sneezes. How to Prevent and Control TB Infection ? Maintain hand hygiene.Practice cough etiquette. Do not throw phlegm carelessly. Wear a mask when coughing. Homes and workplaces must have adequate ventilation for air circulation. Keeping the home and workplace clean. Doing a healthy lifestyle. How to Practice Cought Etiquette ? Cover nose and mouth using a tissue or handkerchief or inner sleeve, .Dispose of used tissues in the trash. Wash hands using clean water and soap.Using a mask. How to Using Running Water, Wet your hands with water. Pour in soap as needed. Flatten using both hands. Rub back of hands and between fingers. Rub your hands and between your fingers. Rub your hands together by interlocking your fingers. Rub the left thumb in a circular motion using the right hand, do it alternately . Rotate the fingertips of the right hand in the palm of the left hand, do it alternately. Rinse using water. Dry using a tissue or towel until dry. Cover the monkey with a towel or tissue. Hands are clean and safe. How to Wash Hand Use Water that Contains Alcohol ? Pour water containing alcohol into hands as needed. Flatten using both hands. Rub back of hands and between fingers. Rub your hands and between your fingers. Rub your hands together by interlocking your fingers. Rub the left thumb in a circular motion using the right hand, do it alternately. Rotate the fingertips of the right hand in the palm of the left hand, do it alternately. Hands are clean and safe