Hand foot and mouth disease, also
known as HFMD is most common among babies and children under the age of five.
However, it is possible for older children and adults to be affected by HFMD as
well[1].
Hence, it is extremely vital to stay clean whenever possible, and one of the
simplest ways to do so is using the Antabax auxiliary range.
In Malaysia, this disease has
affected many families and communities significantly with 35,886 HFMD incidents
reported from January until July this year nationwide[2].
Antabax is introducing the Bring Joy Back, Not Germs campaigns, to educate movie goers on communicable
diseases such as Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease that can impact public health.
As up to 80% of communicable diseases are
spread by hands, instilling good hand and general hygiene is vital to reducing
the spread of communicable diseases. However, most of us are still not
practising good hand hygiene. The ‘Bring Joy Back, Not Germs’ campaign aims to
help more of use experience more joy, and less germs.
This event will be held in conjunction
with MBO Cinema’s Blood Donation 5.0. The campaign aims to make the serious topic of general hygiene and
preventing the spread of communicable diseases easier to understand, including
for children.
Sunway Medical Centre, Occupational Health
Physician, Dr. Anza Elias will be sharing on communicable diseases specifically
HFMD and what parents, caregivers and kids can do to reduce the spread, while
nurses from MAHSA University will be demonstrating, and overseeing members of
the public in the correct method of hand washing.
Kids can also look forward to meeting
Germbuster, the friendly Antabax mascot, participating in quizzes and games.
There are also Antabax products to be won.
Antabax has an auxiliary
range that comprises of a
terrific trio of pocket-sized Antabax Antibacterial Cleansing Wipes, Instant
Hand Sanitizer and Hand Sanitizer Spray. These handy cleansing essentials can
help reduce the risk of HFMD infecting children and infants.
HFMD is a communicable disease that
spreads through direct contact with the mucus, saliva, blister fluid and faeces
of an infected child[3].
But, it can also spread indirectly through infected surfaces. It is best to
sanitize frequently touched items at home or shared public equipment. Among
those are the children’s water bottle, door knobs or baby chairs. Wipe them
down with Antabax Antibacterial Wipes, freeing
it from 99.9% of germs.
It was also recently discovered that the
HFMD outbreak that started in Penang originated from supermarket trolley
handlebars[4].
With ease and for peace of mind, use Antabax
Hand Sanitizer Spray onto trolley handlebars and wipe it off with a clean
tissue. It is also handy when sanitizing toys, schooling equipment’s like
pencil case that may have been in contact with other children. It also does
wonders when used on public toilet seats and train or bus handles for daily
commute.
Our hands will always seem clean because
germs are not visible to the naked eyes. It is important for parents to
sanitize their hands after making contact with other people or public equipment
before handling their children for precautionary measures. Let Antabax Gel Sanitizer do all the dirty
work! Squeeze enough on your palm and rub it between hands and fingers as a thorough
cleanse from germs, especially when soap and water is not available.
The Antabax
antibacterial range provides 24-hour protection and kills up to 99.9% of
harmful germs. Formulated with skin vitamins and Aloe Vera to keep skin healthy
and moisturized, its Derma Protect System contains Micro Moisture Serum to
leave hands soft, smooth and healthy. Dermatologically tested to be gentle on
the most delicate skin, the range is suitable for daily use.
Using Antabax gives all the family peace
of mind because it is brand certified Halal by JAKIM.
Good hygiene practice starts from home.
Together we can educate our children on its importance to help reduce the risk
of your children infected by HFMD with Antabax.
For more information about Antabax and
tips on how to reduce the risk of being infected by HFMD,
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/NewAntabax/
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/antabax/
[1]
https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/health/hand-foot-and-mouth-disease-outbreak-in-malaysia-6-things-you-need-to-know-about
[2] https://www.straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/rise-in-hand-foot-and-mouth-disease-in-all-malaysia-states-except-sarawak
[3]
https://www.cdc.gov/hand-foot-mouth/about/transmission.html
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