Hygieia was the Greek goddess of health, cleanliness, and hygiene. She was the daughter of Asclepius and his wife Epione. Her name is the source of the word "hygiene"
Defecation eliminates waste from digestive tract via anus or cloaca. Peristalsis moves fecal matter through colon to rectum. External anal sphincter is voluntary, internal is involuntary. Frequency varies from few times daily to weekly
Water closet is a separate space within bathroom housing toilet and sometimes sink. Term originated in British 19th century with flush toilet invention. Initially called "wash-down closet," evolved to mean separate toilet room
Blastocystis is a microscopic parasite living in digestive tract. Can be transmitted through contaminated food, water or feces. More common in developing countries and animal workers. Now known as Blastocystis spp, multiple species exist
Traditional thongs have full coverage with narrow fabric strip. G-strings have very narrow waistband and thin elastic. Tanga/samba combines traditional and regular panties
Pathogens are tiny organisms that cause diseases in the body. Main types include bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa. Not all pathogens are harmful, some help the body