Actively prevent flu in rainy season

SKĐS - In the face of complex climate change, erratic weather, and prolonged rain, the risk of flu spreading and breaking out is very high. Especially in crowded places, the risk of an epidemic is even greater.

Influenza is an acute respiratory infection caused by influenza virus, which is highly contagious from person to person.

The disease is transmitted through the respiratory tract by contact with the virus from an infected person through sneezing and runny nose within 1 to 7 days after the onset of the disease.

When having the flu, the patient often feels tired, has muscle aches and headaches. Other symptoms may include: fever (over 38 degrees Celsius), cough (dry or productive), sore throat, watery eyes and runny nose.

Some cases may experience nausea or vomiting. If not treated promptly, the disease can progress to severe pneumonia, respiratory failure and other dangerous complications.

The flu virus stays in the body of the sick person and is easily transmitted to others through the respiratory tract.

Who is susceptible to the flu?

The flu virus lives in the body of an infected person and is easily transmitted to others through the respiratory tract. When a healthy person inhales droplets containing the flu virus in the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes, they can quickly become infected.

In addition, contact with objects contaminated with the virus such as tables, chairs, phones, computers... and then touching your nose or mouth is also a way for the virus to enter the body.

People who are susceptible to the flu include: the elderly, children, people with low resistance or chronic diseases. A weak immune system makes it difficult for the body to fight off viral attacks.

Besides, crowded areas such as schools, shopping malls, markets, etc. are favorable environments for flu viruses to spread and infect quickly.

In a year, an adult can get the flu 2-4 times, usually with symptoms such as sore throat, fever, stuffy nose, runny nose, sneezing, headache, and body aches.

Because the symptoms are mild and can heal on their own, many people are often subjective and do not seek treatment. However, according to medical recommendations, if the symptoms persist or worsen, the patient needs to take medication and receive active treatment to avoid serious complications.

Measures to prevent flu

The flu is a respiratory illness caused by a virus, so the best way to prevent it is to strengthen your immune system by eating a nutritious diet, getting enough sleep, reducing stress and exercising regularly.

Everyone 6 months of age and older is recommended to get a flu vaccine every year. Women who are planning to become pregnant should also get vaccinated – it is the most effective way to prevent the disease.

In addition, it is necessary to pay attention to implementing the following principles:

• Improve personal hygiene

Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water regularly, avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing; then wash the tissue or dispose of it properly. Do not spit indiscriminately to limit the spread of germs.

• Limit exposure to disease sources

Avoid close contact with people who have the flu. If contact is unavoidable, wear a medical mask properly. Limit large gatherings, especially in enclosed spaces, small rooms, and poor ventilation.

• Enhance health and disease prevention

Daily use of nasal and eye antiseptic solution with 0.9% Sodium Chloride, gargle with diluted salt water at home.

Keep your home, work, and study area airy, clean, and well-lit. Regularly clean floors, doorknobs, and surfaces with cleaning solutions such as soap, bleach, or 70-degree alcohol.

Eat nutritious food, rest properly, and exercise regularly to improve resistance and protect the body.

If you have symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat, etc., you should limit contact with others, wear a mask to prevent infection and contact the nearest medical facility for timely advice, care and treatment instructions.

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