Personal Hygiene - It Can Make a Huge Difference!

The First Defence Against Germs and Disease

In the event of a disaster the chances that available water supplies will have been contaminated are high, making personal hygiene and sanitation not some social nicety but a necessity.  At least cover the basics when you assemble the various items that will make up your emergency survival preparedness gear and equipment.  And remember, when the moment of evacuation comes, you may not have the time to say, "Just hold on a moment while I run and get my toothbrush."

If clean water is unavailable for washing, it may also be unavailable for drinking and brushing your teeth.  Consider a supply of water purification tablets for inclusion in your emergency survival kit, and for use at home in case of contaminated tap water.