Skin Infections Among Athletes- A Defense Soap Guide

Fun Facts • Studies show only 70% of athletes wash their hands after using toilet.

• Bacteria double their number every 20 minutes.

• • Damp hands spread 1,000 times more germs than dry hands.

• Every square inch of skin on the human body has about 32 million bacteria on it.

• • Bacteria become a problem if they get into and under the skin and “colonize”.

• Athlete’s Foot is likely to affect males more than females and adults more than children.

• • Fungal pathogens survive in moist environment

• In athletics the major cause of viral skin infection is Herpes Simplex Type-1.

Terry Brands3X World Champion-Freestyle Wrestling

12 PREVENTION TIPS THAT WORK1) Shower immediately after practice or a competition.2) Use bath soap with natural antifungal, antibacterial and antiviral properties.3) Do not use products containing Triclosan. Use Products like Defense Soap.4) Keep your skin clean and dry.5) DO NOT share equipment or clothes with anybody.66) Wash training gear every day with Defense Soap’s Super Shield.. 7) Do not share towels, hairbrushes, headgear, or other personal care items.8) Wear clean footwear or shoes at gyms, lockers, and pools.9) If you notice a sore or lesion, show it to the trainer or coach instantly.10) If you come in contact with an infected person clean with natural antifungal/antibacterial products.11) Disinfect all practice mats and equipment daily.12) If it appears that an infection is getting worse, visit the doctor immediately.