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The shift from winter to summer has led to an increase in seasonal fever and infection cases nationwide. This period features a mix of mild, windy days and unexpected heatwaves, creating conditions conducive to viral and vector-borne diseases. Health professionals have noticed a surge in illnesses such as viral fever, dengue, typhoid, and leptospirosis, attributed to factors like consuming tainted food and water and the mosquito breeding season.
Strategies for preventing viral infections during this unpredictable weather include:
- Hand Hygiene: Regular and thorough handwashing with soap and water is crucial for reducing the spread of respiratory infections.
- Minimizing Contact: Avoid direct interaction with people who are ill to decrease the risk of catching airborne viruses.
- Use of Masks: Masks should be worn, particularly if you have symptoms of respiratory illnesses, to prevent spreading or inhaling infectious particles.
- Physical Distancing: Keep a safe distance from others, especially in crowded settings, to lessen the chances of airborne virus transmission.
- Safe Eating Habits: Consuming only well-cooked meals and drinking from clean water sources can help avoid diseases like Hepatitis A, Hepatitis E, and viral gastroenteritis.
- Fruit and Vegetable Hygiene: Washing produce thoroughly before eating can remove viruses on the surface.
- Avoiding Spoiled Food: Consuming fresh food and avoiding anything stale or past its expiration date is important to prevent foodborne viral illnesses.
- Protective Wear: Dressing in full-sleeved cotton garments can protect against mosquito bites in areas at risk of dengue and chikungunya.
- Using Mosquito Repellents: Applying repellents can keep mosquitoes at bay, particularly during their most active times.
- Mosquito Breeding Prevention: Conduct regular checks to drain standing water near your living areas to disrupt mosquito breeding sites.
