8 easy tips to prevent infections among children during rainy season

क्षमा करें, यह समाचार आपके अनुरोध की भाषा में उपलब्ध नहीं है। कृपया यहाँ देखें।

The monsoon season introduces a significant amount of moisture into the air, which leads to an increase in harmful suspended particles that can adversely affect children. This heightened risk of illness makes it crucial to take necessary precautions to protect our kids’ health and safety.

It’s well known that dirty rainwater or puddles can serve as breeding grounds for harmful germs, including bacteria, viruses, and insects. Children playing outdoors can come into contact with these contaminants, leading to infections. Additionally, heavy rainfall can dirty and contaminate drinking water, increasing the risk of gastrointestinal infections.

Here are some tips to protect your children from ailments related to the rainy season:

1. Encourage children to avoid walking through rainwater.
2. Keep the surroundings clean and prevent water from stagnating near the house, in pots, tires, or drums, to reduce the risk of dengue and malaria.
3. Dress children in appropriate clothing, such as long-sleeved shirts and pants, to cover their bodies and prevent mosquito bites.
4. Avoid giving children street food or junk food prepared outdoors, as it is more likely to be contaminated with harmful germs. Opt for home-cooked, healthy, fresh food instead.
5. Ensure children eat a well-balanced diet to boost their immunity.
6. Have children shower after coming in from outdoors, especially during heavy rain, to wash off germs.
7. Avoid self-medicating for fever and cold in children or using home remedies. Take the child to a doctor for prompt medical attention before symptoms worsen.
8. Prevent children from frequently touching or rubbing their eyes with dirty, unwashed hands to reduce the risk of eye infections.