Questions and Answers
Health
a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or
infirmity
Hygiene
refers to behaviors that can improve cleanliness and lead to good health
reduces the spread of illnesses and risk of medical conditions
increases self-confidence and positively impacts personal relationships
Hand Washing
A general hygiene practice required to avoid colds and gastroenteritis when we put our unwashed
hands into our mouth
Dental Hygiene
A general hygiene practice that involves taking care of the teeth at home
Body Hair
are a result of hormones during puberty which involves having to shave or not based solely on
preference
Oily Hair
refers to how our sebaceous glands produce extra oil during puberty, making our hair less dry
Sweat and Body Odor
comes from sweat glands in our bodies, and may excrete other chemicals during puberty which may
produce a stronger smelling odor
Deodorant or Antiperspirant
used to control underarm odor
Genital and Menstrual Hygiene
refers to good general hygiene in the genital area
Tampons
a kind of protection girls wear inside the vagina, which is usually changed every 4-6 hours
Sanitary Pad or Sanitary Napkin
a kind of protection girls wear in her underpants when menstruating
Cystitis
bladder infection