The word “pathogen” is usually used to describe an infectious microorganism that causes disease in its host, which can be an animal or a plant. In our daily lives, we may be contacting certain potential pathogens from time to time. Sometimes, we may be unintentionally touching our eyes, nose, or food; thus, certain bacteria or viruses could get into our bodies. Therefore, it is a good idea to wash our hands as needed to reduce the chances of getting diseases from our hands.
Why do we need to use soap or alcohol to wash our hands? There are two important reasons: (1) soap or alcohol can help dissolve and get rid of the unwanted substances, especially those that are not water-soluble, and (2) soap or alcohol can help disrupt/break down the cell wall/membrane to destroy the bacteria/viruses. Therefore, hand-washing is an economical and efficient way to help prevent a lot of diseases, including cancer.
Disclaimer: This blog is written solely for informational purposes. It does not constitute the practice of any medical, nursing or other medical professional health care advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All contents posted are extracted from the book I am writing, "IS CANCER IN US", to be published in about two months.
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