Which illnesses can be prevented by practicing good personal hygiene?

Practicing good personal hygiene is crucial in preventing the spread of certain foodborne illnesses, particularly Shigellosis and Staphylococcal gastroenteritis.

Shigellosis is primarily spread through contaminated food and water, as well as through person-to-person contact. Good personal hygiene, such as thorough handwashing, especially after using the restroom or before handling food, significantly reduces the likelihood of transmitting the bacteria responsible for this illness.

Staphylococcal gastroenteritis is caused by toxins produced by Staphylococcus bacteria, which can contaminate food when an infected person handles it without proper hygiene. The bacteria thrive in food that is left unrefrigerated, and the toxins can cause illness even if the food is subsequently cooked. By practicing good personal hygiene, such as washing hands frequently and keeping food preparation areas clean, the risk of contamination and subsequent illness can be greatly diminished.

On the other hand, other illnesses listed in the remaining options have different modes of transmission, often not directly linked to personal hygiene practices alone. For instance, while Bacillus cereus gastroenteritis is related to improperly stored food, it is not as directly influenced by personal hygiene as Staphylococcal gastroenteritis. Therefore, focusing on personal hygiene is