Dine at Clean Establishments
The incidence of Hepatitis A is highest in regions of the world with usually low sanitation and hygiene standards for food preparation. Typical examples may be seen in Africa and South America, where certain regions have limited or nonexistent access to clean water suitable for human use. Fortunately, many organizations are helping tackle this public health risk by implementing appropriate waste disposal systems and providing clean water.
Although the virus may be widespread on specific continents, it is still possible for it to occur in other parts of the world, particularly in confined spaces with inadequate sanitation. Examples include public bathrooms, locations near sewers, and even anyone’s favorite restaurants; the kitchens are sometimes not seen by many customers and hence are not well cleaned.
When planning to eat out in an area with poor hygiene, it is advisable to opt for trustworthy restaurants with adequately controlled sanitation and waste disposal systems. This connects to the significance of ensuring that food is safe to consume, as consuming food that has been prepared using unclean methods and environments puts a person at risk of getting illnesses linked to contamination, including Hepatitis A.
