Health authorities in Twifo Atti-Morkwa have begun educating local nail cutters on safe practices to curb the spread of HIV and other infections.
At a session organized by the Environmental Health Department to discuss their tools and methods, only four nail cutters attended the meeting.
According to them [nail cutters], their main materials include black soap, scissors, salt, and nail clippers. While these items are useful, they do not fully eliminate the risk of infection.
The District Chief Executive, Isaac Yawson, urged them to adopt safer practices by using disinfectants such as spirit and Dettol, cotton wool, and sterilized storage bags for their tools.
He warned that without these measures, nail cutters could unknowingly spread HIV and other diseases in the community.
The District Environmental Health Director, Richard Senyo, described the training as an important step in improving hygiene standards in Twifo Praso and surrounding communities. He said if the nail cutters follow the advice, it will help reduce infections and protect public health.
