Someone on another forum stated that Cambodia has a hygiene problem and because of this it is necessary to "de-worm " for parasites, etc. I haven't ventured there but plan to later this year with my options for relocation. and Just an inquiry about ex-ats that have been living there for a while, on this subject, thanks....Arthur H.
Hygiene Problems
Arthur Howard
24 February 2023 13:46:19
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hdgh29
24 February 2023 14:13:12
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I have never heard of this deworming thing, in the 3 years I have lived here. Maybe out in the villages maybe? Certainly not in cities. I recall dogs having worm pills back in New Zealand, but that's all.
12HourChange
24 February 2023 14:50:35
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The locals have historically had a problem with worms, and it's tied to going on the ground with bare feet and also bad hygiene as you mention. The schools periodically give the kids de-worming pills.
I've been coming here for 8 winters, always wear sandals (so my feet aren't always pristine), and never had any hint of a problem. Nor have I dealt with Khmer who live a dirty existence, so I think the problem is more in the rural (and uneducated) areas.
hdgh29
24 February 2023 15:35:28
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@12HourChange yes you could be right. People can get worms from walking in bare feet on dirty areas, or kids playing with mud and earth. Always wear footwear and wash hands regularly, especially in the countryside areas.
Arthur Howard
24 February 2023 20:15:12
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Thanks for the inputs, often I think some can be a bit into drama on certain subjects and we all should consider the source before any rash judgments. I for one can't wait to arrive there and experience SR's living style. No place is perfect except perhaps on some very distant planet far, far, far, away.
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