General suggestions on how to reduc

General suggestions on how to reduce the risk of shigella gastroenteritis include:

Wash hands thoroughly with soap and hot water after going to the toilet or changing nappies, and before preparing food or eating.
Use disposable paper towels to dry your hands rather than cloth towels, since the bacteria can survive for some time on cloth.
Keep cold food cold (below 5°C) and hot foot hot (above 60°C) to discourage the growth of bacteria.
Make sure foods are thoroughly cooked.
Thoroughly wash raw vegetables before eating.
Reheat food until the internal temperature of the food reaches at least 75°C.
Clean the toilet and bathroom regularly, including the toilet seat, door handles and taps by using a cleaning product that is able to kill bacteria, such as a product containing chlorine.
Clean baby change tables regularly.
Water from rivers and lakes may be contaminated by human faeces. Boil water from these sources before drinking.