How Do You Avoid Getting C Diff (Clostridium Difficile), The Next Deadly Bacteria?
C Diff is the next “super bug”. It effects at least 300,000 patients a year in hospitals, though being in a hospital leads to a greater risk of getting it, it is important that everyone use preventive measure to ensure they are not the next one to get the C. Diff. C difficile is a spore forming bacteria that is part of the normal intestinal flora which can be found in about half of children under age two, and less frequently in individuals over two years of age. This bacteria is a major cause of pseudomembranous colitis and antibiotic associated diarrhea. Wash you hands with soap and water before meals, after using the restroom, and after being in an area that could potentially be infected with the C. diff germs. Do not use hand sanitizers-it does NOT kill the C. diff germs off. It is imperative that your children learn the importance of washing their hands. Many parents have been struck by the C. diff germ because their children had it first, many times the parents become sicker than
