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"Maintenance of personal and public hygiene is necessary for prevention and control of many infectious disease." Justify the statement giving suitable examples.

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### Step-by-Step Solution 1. **Understanding Personal Hygiene**: Personal hygiene refers to the practices that individuals undertake to maintain their health and well-being. This includes daily activities such as bathing, brushing teeth, washing hands, and grooming. - **Example**: During the COVID-19 pandemic, maintaining personal hygiene became crucial. Regular hand washing with soap or using hand sanitizers helped reduce the transmission of the virus. 2. **Understanding Public Hygiene**: Public hygiene involves the collective practices that ensure the health and cleanliness of the community. This includes proper waste disposal, sanitation, and regulations to prevent pollution. ...
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