Schoolchildren must practise good hygiene to keep themselves healthy

Proper hygiene and helping them maintain a clean environment are key factors in preventing respiratory issues among schoolchildren. Photo: The Star/Art Chen

Respiratory issues among schoolchildren is a consistent concern in Malaysia, and parents are always finding ways to ensure that their child is in the pink of health, especially when they go back to school.

But as the new school calendar begins next week, keeping kids healthy can be challenging, especially when school canteens, classrooms and toilets are hot spots for infectious viruses and bacteria to thrive.