Many people think it's okay to share personal items, such as a glass or bottle of water. However, several health problems can be triggered by this simple gesture. Certain objects can contain a number of disease-causing microorganisms.
→ Dangers of sharing personal effects
Below are some objects that should not be shared and why this recommendation is made:
Glasses, bottles and cutlery
Several diseases can be transmitted by sharing these objects, such as hepatitis A, herpes, tonsillitis and the flu, including the flu H1N1. These objects can contribute to the transmission of these illnesses, because in them we find saliva, which has several microorganisms.
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Toothbrush
The brush itself is already a favorable place for the multiplication of microorganisms that can cause disease. In addition, bacteria from our mouths are found in them, which are passed onto the brushes and can form colonies. There may also be blood on the brush from the brushing process. Therefore, sharing them can do harm. THE
caries, for example, can be transmitted that way.
Borrowing a toothbrush can lead to cavities
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Towels
Towels should not be borrowed either, as it is possible to acquire illnesses such as the flu and skin infections. We can also highlight diseases that are indirectly transmitted, such as HPV infection. Although HPV is often transmitted sexually, there are other routes of transmission, such as sharing towels and underwear.Do not stop now... There's more after the advertising ;)
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Underwear
Underwear can contain a number of microorganisms and are related to various infections, such as HPV, candidiasis and even urinary infections.
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Hairbrush
Even the hairbrush must not be shared. It is possible to purchase lice and some fungi.
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Pliers, razor blades or devices that pierce or cut
These objects, because they have contact with blood, may be responsible for the transmission of Hepatitis B, Ç and D and even HIV (virus that causes the AIDS).
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Mascara, eyeliner and eyeliner
By sharing these makeup products, the person is liable to contract, for example, conjunctivitis and other infections.
Makeup can also transmit disease. By sharing mascara, eyeliner or eyeliner, we can get, for example, conjunctivitis
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Lipstick:
It can also transmit diseases such as herpes.
We therefore realize that objects for personal use, as the name implies, must be for the exclusive use of their owner. Not borrowing one of these items does not mean that you are not a helpful person, but that you are concerned about your health and that of others around you.
By Ma. Vanessa Sardinha dos Santos
Would you like to reference this text in a school or academic work? Look:
SANTOS, Vanessa Sardinha dos. "Why can't we share personal belongings?"; Brazil School. Available in: https://brasilescola.uol.com.br/saude-na-escola/por-que-nao-podemos-compartilhar-objetos-pessoais.htm. Accessed on June 27, 2021.
