Practicing good hand hygiene: Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water, especially after using the toilet and before handling food.

Here are five ways to prevent dysentery:

1. Practicing good hand hygiene: Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water, especially after using the toilet and before handling food.
2. Ensuring safe drinking water: Drink only boiled or treated water, or bottled water from a reliable source.
3. Proper food preparation and storage: Cook food thoroughly, especially meat, and store it properly to prevent contamination. Wash fruits and vegetables with clean water before eating.
4. Maintaining proper sanitation: Dispose of human feces safely and hygienically, and use clean latrines or toilets.
5. Avoiding contaminated food and water sources: Do not consume food or water from unhygienic sources or places where sanitation is poor.