5 hygiene practices to stay protected during monsoon

5 basic hygiene practices to follow during monsoon season Pic: Pexels Mid-Day Lifestyle By Raaina Jain Published Jun 16, 2025 [{ "selector": ".imaoe-a", "duration": "1000ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-309px)", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Keep your skin dry and clean Avoid getting drenched in the rain. If you do, change damp clothes and footwear as soon as possible to prevent skin infections and others diseases. Pic: Pexels [{ "selector": ".imaoe-a", "duration": "1000ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-309px)", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Follow hand hygiene Wash your hands properly, especially after coming back home from outside, and before eating. This is essential to prevent infections. Pic: iStock [{ "selector": ".imaoe-a", "duration": "1000ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-309px)", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Consume hygienic food Only eat food that is prepared in clean, safe and hygienic settings. Eat home-cooked food as much as possible and avoid street food. Pic: iStock [{ "selector": ".imaoe-a", "duration": "1000ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-309px)", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

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