How do you prevent giardiasis?

How do you prevent giardiasis?

  • Practice good hygiene : Wash hands often with soap and clean running water for 20 seconds, especially before and after eating, after using the toilet, and after coming in contact with your own or someone else’s germs.
  • Do not drink water that may be contaminated : Do not drink untreated water from pools, lakes, rivers, ponds, and so on. If there is even a slight chance the water may be contaminated, either drink bottled water or boil the water for 5 minutes.
  • Avoid eating food that may be contaminated : Wash all fruits and vegetables thoroughly under hot water. Do not eat raw or undercooked meats, especially in underdeveloped countries where the water and food may be contaminated. Drink bottled water when in underdeveloped countries.
  • Prevent contact with feces during sex : Practice safe sex, especially using protection during oral-anal sex, and wash hands immediately after.
  • Clean up after sick pets : Use gloves and dispose of pet feces in a plastic bag and put it in the garbage. After, wipe up the infected area with hot steaming water and a strong disinfectant. Wash anything that may have been contaminated in the washer with detergent and hot water.