In a microworld beyond our reach, bacteria, like mysterious and powerful armies, are numerous and diverse, interwoven with our lives from time to time. Some bacteria are our allies, helping us to digest food and synthetic vitamins; however, many bacteria are hidden enemies, waiting to attack our health. As a result, a war on “bacterology” that was essential without smoke was opened.
First, we need to know the enemy. Bacteria are a single-cell organism with different forms, spherical, rodic and spiraly. These tiny people have a strong reproductive capacity and, under appropriate conditions, can produce millions of offspring in a short period of time. They can be transmitted by air, water, food, exposure, etc. For example, the sneeze-sneeze-sneeze-sneeze-sneeze-sneeze-sneeze-sneeze-sneeze-sneeze-sneeze-sneezes may lead to the carrying of pathogenic bacteria and contamination of the surrounding environment; contaminated water sources can become “highways” for the spread of bacteria, sending them to every corner; and human contact with people and objects can allow bacteria to move positions unwittingly.
All the scenes of life are anti-bacterial battles. In the family, the kitchen is an easy place for bacteria to gather. Uncleaned utensils and leftovers for long periods of time can all become bacterial “breeders”. Refrigerator is not a safe, and if food is not stored properly, some cold bacteria can also grow at low temperatures. In the bedroom, if the sheets are not regularly replaced, skins and dust attract micro-organisms such as mites. The towels in the bathroom are susceptible to fungi in a damp environment, and these bacteria and fungi can cause skin allergies and respiratory infections.
In terms of hygiene, the right hand-washing method is our powerful weapon against bacteria. The hands should be carefully cleansed with liquid water and soap, in accordance with the “outside and out-of-the-bow-up”. It looks like a simple move, but it removes a lot of bacteria from hands. In addition, regular bathing and change of clothes can reduce the number of bacteria on skin surfaces. Oral hygiene should also not be overlooked, as the brushing of teeth and the use of dental wires twice a day can prevent the growth of oral bacteria and reduce the risk of carving and perforation.
In addition to hygiene, environmental sanitation is also crucial. Houses are often cleaned, furniture surfaces are wiped and indoor ventilation is maintained, which reduces indoor bacterial concentrations. For public places, such as hospitals, schools, stations, etc., there is a greater need for sterilization measures. Hospital wards, operating rooms, etc. should strictly apply sterile and disinfective procedures to prevent cross-infection. Schools, on the other hand, are required to take care of the cleaning and ventilation of classrooms and regularly disinfect public supplies.
With the help of modern technology, we have more anti-bacterial means. Antibacterial materials are widely used, ranging from antibacterial plastics to textiles with special ingredients. In the medical field, new antibacterial drugs are being developed, providing more effective programmes for the treatment of bacterial infections. However, we should also be vigilant about the resistance of bacteria. Improper use of antibiotics would result in bacteria producing drug-resistant genes, rendering otherwise effective drugs ineffective. We must therefore follow medical instructions and use antibiotics rationally.
In short, the brain-picking of bacteria requires us to start at the point of life, to understand the habits of bacteria, to maintain good personal and environmental hygiene habits, and to make rational use of technological means, while avoiding the misuse of antibiotics. Only in this way will we be able to take the upper hand in this long battle with bacteria and guard our health lines.
