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What kinds of general health practices prevent the spread of diseases?

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Hand washing.: Hand washing and sterilizing equipment has had a tremendous effect in preventing the spread of disease.

Dr Seely and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/20/2012

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Washing hands: Probably the most significant prevention of spreading diseases is wasting hands and good hygiene.

Dr Minich and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/9/2014

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