THE ROLE OF HYGIENE IN THE PREVENTION OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES: A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS

Inamova Irina Olegovna

Authors

Inamova Irina Olegovna Department of fundamentals of preventive medicine, Andijan State Medical Institute, Uzbekistan, Andijan

Keywords:

Hygiene, infectious diseases, prevention, sanitation, public health, handwashing, epidemiology, antimicrobial resistance.

Abstract

This article examines the critical role of personal and public hygiene in the prevention of infectious diseases. Infectious diseases remain a major global health burden, but evidence suggests that basic hygiene interventions, such as handwashing, sanitation, and food safety practices, significantly reduce transmission rates. The study utilizes a systematic review approach to analyze epidemiological data concerning hygiene compliance and disease incidence. Results indicate that improved hygiene practices can reduce respiratory and gastrointestinal infections by up to 40-50%. The article concludes with extensive recommendations for strengthening public health policies regarding hygiene education and infrastructure.

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