College Dorms: Health hazards for students

The start of the new college year fast approaching. College students probably do little thinking about their dorm rooms, except who is going to be a roommate. They don't even think about the health risks that can be prevalent. If you have been sick in college, then you already know. But many students don't know how to lessen the risks of getting sick. Remember, every day you are sick as a college student is classes missed. Those classes are hard to make up. Here are some tips to keep healthy in college.

Your dorm room and bathroom is just a germs dream come true. You live in close quarters with strangers. Everything about dorm rooms is a breeding ground for germs, bacteria, and illness. Disinfect everything on a regular basis. Sinks, counter tops, desks, chairs, walls. Everything. Don't share glasses, tooth brushes, make up, towels, combs. Nothing. Meningitis can be spread in these rooms quick. Get a meningitis vaccination. If your room mate gets sick, you really need to avoid them. Like the plague. Don't forget the door knobs.

Wash your clothes, linen, and towels regularly. Hang wet towels in a place where they will dry before the next use.

Your bathroom, shower, and sink, need to be mold free. Mold can exacerbate respiratory problems and asthma. Cleaners with mild bleach should keep it under control.

Flu and colds can spread like wildfire. Avoid sick people. It may sound strange, but wear a face mask if you are sick or are close to a sick room mate. Avoid coughing in the air, and avoid people who are coughing.

The best thing you can do is wash your hands often!

Get yourself a pair of shower shoes and wear them in and out of the shower. Don't walk barefoot around the halls either. Shower shoes are just cheap rubber thongs people wear at the beach. If not, you may get a nasty bout of athlete's foot.

Bed bugs can be a major problem. Don't buy used furniture or mattresses. You can find cheap new ones. Wash your linen in hot soapy water often. If you think a mattress is infested with bed bugs, get rid of it. If that's not practical, you can buy a mattress cover to avoid spreading the bugs.

Being clean and having great hygiene is the best thing you can do to avoid getting sick in college. And also avoiding other students who are sick.

Some illnesses will knock you out for weeks. For college students, this may mean having to pay for the class again. It also is a time waster.

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