Health and Hygiene in Evacuation Centers
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- January 25, 2022
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Overview
People who are staying in temporary shelters and evacuation centers may be at risk for diseases that spread in crowded conditions. Maintaining personal hygiene is one way to protect yourself. Keeping the facility clean is also very important. (2 Pages)
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