Tonsillitis-Prevention

Tonsillitis - Prevention

A wide variety of viruses and bacteria can cause tonsillitis, so the best prevention is to follow basic health and hygiene precautions. The following steps are especially helpful for children:

Avoid close contact with others who are sick. If possible, keep your child away from children who are known to have tonsillitis or sore throat.
Frequently remind your child about the importance of proper hand-washing, especially when around people who appear sick. Also tell your child not to share toothbrushes or eating utensils with other children.
Wash and disinfect surfaces and toys.
Teach children to cover their mouths when coughing or sneezing, preferably using a tissue so that germs do not get on their hands. Also show them how to use tissues to wipe their noses.
Carry disposable wipes and a hand sanitizer to clean hands and to wipe off shopping carts or other shared items in public places.
Do not smoke around your child.

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SOURCES:

American Dental Association, Healthy People 2010

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