Friends who keep pets at home must be worried about Toxoplasma gondii infection, especially if there are pregnant women at home, and many pets are abandoned or given up for adoption. In fact, as long as you take good measures, you can avoid Toxoplasma gondii infection.

So, how can we avoid Toxoplasma gondii infection in our lives?

1. Do not eat raw or undercooked meat. Do not eat sashimi, cook meat in boiling water for more than 15-25 minutes before eating. Raw meat should be frozen at temperatures below minus 20 degrees for more than 24 hours before consumption.

2. Do not eat unwashed fruits and vegetables, and do not drink unboiled water.

3. Separate chopping boards for raw and cooked meat, and utensils used for handling raw meat must be thoroughly cleaned.

4. When doing gardening or farm work, remember to wear gloves and wash your hands afterward.

5. Wash your hands before eating to prevent diseases from entering through the mouth.

6. Pay attention to environmental sanitation and pay attention to killing flies, rats and mosquitoes.

7. Women who are preparing for pregnancy can go for a Toxoplasma physical examination to see if there are antibodies in the body. If there are antibodies, don’t worry. If not, you should pay more attention.

During pregnancy, try not to take care of the cat litter box yourself. It is best to let family members do it for you. Pay attention to washing your hands after touching the pet.