Universal hygiene can be practiced to prevent all infectious diseases.
Following the guidelines below will reduce the potential for contracting a communicable disease:
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All athletes should shower with soap and water immediately following practices or competitions.
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Athletes should not share clothes, towels, soap, razors.
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All clothes worn during practice and competition should be washed daily.
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All towels should be washed daily.
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Follow good hygiene practices, including frequent hand washing, showering immediately following each practice or competition and cleaning all practice clothes daily.
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Don't touch other peoples' skin infections.
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Don't share personal items such as practice clothes, towels, razors, deodorants, nail clippers, etc.
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Have all wounds, abrasions, skin lesions cared for by certified athletic trainers immediately.
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Check for skin infections on self and report immediately.
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Clean and disinfect equipment regularly using a mild bleach solution or commercial product.