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Give any two steps you should take for each of the following:
1) Personal hygiene 2) Oral hygiene 3) Eye care 4) Hair care


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Personal hygiene:

  1. Maintaining personal cleanliness is referred to as personal hygiene. Personal can be maintained by following some of these steps:-
  2. Taking daily baths rinses off all the disease-causing germs from the skin, leaving behind clean skin without germs, sweat, and dirt.
  3. Undergarments and handkerchiefs which are used daily must be washed every day and thoroughly. Wear clean and ironed clothes to stay clean and fresh.

Eyecare:

  1. The normal functioning of the eyes can be compromised due to dust, germs, reading during dim light conditions, prolonged use of computers, etc. The following steps should be taken to safe eyesight:
  2. It is advised to look at distant objects frequently to reduce the strain on the eyes when looking at a TV, or laptop for a prolonged period.
  3. Reading must be avoided under certain conditions such as under dim light, in a vehicle that is in motion, and while lying down. Reading materials must not be held too close to the eyes.

Oral hygiene:

  1. The practices followed to keep the mouth healthy are known as oral hygiene. The common problems faced by the mouth are tooth decay caused by microbes and food particles remain. Different habits that can be followed to maintain good health for the teeth and gum are as followed:
  2. Brushing teeth twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush.
  3. Use a string of dental floss or a soft thread to get rid of food particles left stuck in between the teeth.

Haircare:

  1. Keeping hair clean by washing them regularly with mild shampoo and water can rinse off disease-causing germs, lice, dirt, and dandruff.
  2. Blood circulation in the head needs to be continuous to avoid germ cultivation and a healthy scalp. This can be achieved by massaging oil which also keeps the hair smooth and shiny.
  3. Personal combs must be used in case a person has lice in their head or any other fungal infection. Always comb the hair to eradicate the dust particles entering the hair from outside. Clean the comb with soap and brush.

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