30/10/2018
Winter:
Common seasonal diseases of winter include cold, cough, flu, bronchitis, dry and itchy skin. Most often, the diseases of winter are caused by viral infections. These common seasonal diseases can be avoided by taking necessary
precautions:
Wear suitable clothes
Cover your mouth and nose while sneezing or coughing
Regularly wash your hands with soap and water
Avoid exposure to illness at home or school
Have a balanced, healthy diet to build immunity
If you have a pre-existing lung or respiratory condition, consult a specialist during the change of season
Vaccination against flu may be considered for people at a high risk of getting flu and for people who are vulnerable like young children, pregnant women, people with chronic health conditions like asthma, diabetes, heart and lung disease and people over 65 years
Moisturise your skin regularly to prevent dry and itchy skin