Working in Iraq - Health & Hygiene

Climatic conditions, terrain, and a number of endemic diseases all make the hazards to health in hot climates greater than elsewhere.

In addition, the difficulties of getting a sick or wounded person to where they can be properly treated increase the risks to which they are exposed.

The intact body surfaces are an important barrier against germs. When the barrier is broken immediate precautions must be taken against invasion. All skin abrasions, cuts and insect bites should be treated with antiseptic cream and covered.