After the scorching heat in the month of May-June, the time of monsoon is respite, but it also brings many diseases along with it. Many types of infectious diseases start increasing with the rains, and thousands of people die every year due to mosquito-borne diseases. This is the reason why health experts advise all people to take special precautions regarding health during this season.
Doctors say that due to many reasons during the monsoon, our immune system also becomes weak, due to which the risk of infectious diseases can be high. This season can be quite challenging, especially for children and older people.
Let us know about some such problems occurring in monsoons and how to avoid them.
Flu (cold and fever) problems
The drastic fluctuations in temperature during the rainy season make the body vulnerable to bacterial or viral infections, which can result in cold and flu. It is very common to get the flu with any change of season. People who have weak immunity may be more at risk of infectious diseases.
To prevent flu, it is considered beneficial to take care of cleanliness and consume things that increase immunity.
Risk of mosquito-borne diseases
The monsoon season also increases the risk of several mosquito-borne diseases – malaria, dengue, and chikungunya being one of them. Due to the accumulation of water in the rain, a favorable environment is provided for the breeding of mosquitoes, due to which there is a risk of these diseases. The spread of malaria can be prevented by keeping waterlogged areas clean. Similarly, dengue fever can also be very dangerous and fatal.
The risk of typhoid increases
Typhoid fever is caused by contaminated food and water, which is quite common in monsoons. It is an infection caused by a bacteria called Salmonella typhi. Typhoid can be accompanied by high fever accompanied by digestive health problems and it is advised to maintain proper hygiene and cleanliness as well as drink clean water. This problem has been seen more in children.
Cholera can be fatal
Cholera, an infection caused by contaminated water, is also known to have fatal side effects. This is an intestinal infection, which can be caused by water and food contaminated with bacteria, and is characterized by frequent diarrhea and dehydration. It has been considered a major risk factor for death in children.
Cholera can happen to anyone, to prevent it, it is advised to drink clean boiled water and pay special attention to food hygiene.
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