5 Tips To Stay Healthy This Rainy Season
As the rainy season is here already, it will be of great
importance if prepare ourselves for it very well in order to stay protected from the numerous diseases
that accompanies the rainy season. Naturally the rainy season is the most
suitable season for the outbreak of diseases because it gives a breeding ground
for the growth and spread of germs,
viruses and bacteria. Malaria, cholera, typhoid, diarrhoea, leptospirosis, Dengue Fever, Hepatitis and
many other diseases dominates mostly during this period. So if you must stay
safe this period, try to abide by these below safety tips.
1.) Eat Healthy Foods
Eating healthy foods is the simplest way to protect yourself
from diseases. Try to eat foods that has high content of vitamin C to help
boost your immunity to repel infections and diseases. Keep your foods safe and covered properly for
it not to get contaminated, remember the easiest way through which diarrhoea is
transmitted is through contaminated foods. Ensure you wash your fruits and
vegetables thoroughly before eating.
2. Always Keep Your Surroundings Clean
Ensure you keep your environment and surroundings clean. Get
rid of any stagnant water around you and through away materials which harbours
mosquitoes. Keep your waterways clean,
Ensure you do not have close contact with floods of water that may
contain animal waste because it may cause leptospirosis which is very dangerous
to your health.
3. Always Wash Your Hands
Don’t rely on the principle of washing your hands only when
you used the toilet. Always wash your hands thoroughly with soap and clean
water frequently especially when your hands come in contact with dirty surfaces
or materials. This is the best way of preventing the spread of viral and
bacterial infections or diseases.
4. Make Sure The Water You Are Drinking Is Clean
Be cautious of contaminated water sources. Water-borne diseases are very common during
this period, so make sure the water you are drinking is clean. When you are
unsure of the water source, please buy
one. Never allow your ignorance get you infected with what you would have
averted buy just buying a purified bottle of water.
Don’t allow yourself to beaten by rain which might come as a
sudden . This can cause changes in the body temperature which might lead to
cold, fever etc. To avoid this incoveniences always have your umbrella with you
everywhere you. This will go a long way to keep away from cough, catarrh,fever,
cold etc.
GUIDE YOURSELF WITH ALL THESE TIPS AND PRECAUTIONS AND STAY SAFE THROUGHOUT THIS RAINY PERIOD.
