

Simply stick to your child’s usual weekly pattern during the PSLE exam period and don’t divert too much from schedule with new activities or destinations. On that note, when cooking meals at home, make sure raw meats are handled on a separate cutting board. Lack of smell alone doesn’t quite guarantee that leftover food has not already turned bad. If there’s any doubt about the food's freshness, don’t eat. Refrigerate all food as fast as possible. Studies show that cooked food left outside for more than 4 hours in our sunny humid Singapore starts to turn bad. EatingĪvoid eating food that has been left outside for too long. Avoid family/friends whom you know are unwell, they will understand completely. Try to take public transport slightly earlier to avoid huge crowds or just wear a face mask for added protection. Avoid crowded placesĪdmittedly, this is quite difficult to do in our crowded Singapore. Rubbing one’s eyes/nose is a common act for most people, and it is usually these actions that results in the transmission of viruses/bacteria that spread via air droplets. Think about it, your hand are in constant contact with many different surfaces throughout the day. Hand hygieneĪnother simple act to avoid falling sick is to remind your child (and yourself) to wash your hands, especially before and after meals. Better to go to bed and do your best the next day. Don’t encourage your child to stay up late to ‘cram last minute’. Other benefits of a good sleep include stress reduction and optimal mental function. A good night’s sleep is essential for a healthy immune system. The importance of sleep cannot be underestimated. Here are 5 easy tips to keep your child healthy during this crucial exam period. One of the worst things that could happen is your child falling sick during this time period, resulting in disruption of his or her examination schedule. The 2018 Primary School Leaving Examinations are finally here.
