How to Reduce the Risk of Worms

• Wash your hands after going to the toilet, playing with pets, and before eating or preparing food.

• Children should have a bath after playing in a sandpit or on the beach.

• Wash all raw fruits and vegetables carefully and don’t eat raw undercooked ground beef, chicken or pork.

• Vacuum carpets, upholstery and curtains at least once a week.

• Change bed linen often and wash it in hot water, leaving it to dry in the sun.

• Ensure that you and your family are treated and that your dogs and cats are dewormed at least twice a year.