11/07/2021
Health and Safety Tips for the Rainy Season:
1. Proper Rain Gear
Apart from the obvious umbrella, a hooded raincoat and waterproof shoes or boots are the required gear for these rainy days, especially if you regularly travel by foot. Those in immunosuppressed groups, including children, may catch a cold after being exposed to the cool breeze that often accompanies rain showers.
2. Take a Warm Shower After Your Drenching
After being caught in the rain, chances are kids may get more easily sick with various coughs, colds and even the flu. When caught in a downpour make sure you change your kids clothes immediately and put them in a nice warm shower or bath. This helps stabilise the cold temperature brought by the rains and helps the body return to a normal temperature after drying off and getting dressed.
3. Thunder and Lightning
Teach kids about basic safety around thunder and lightning. The rule of thumb is that, if they can hear thunder, it’s time to head indoors, especially if they are swimming and even if it hasn’t started to rain.
4. Be Aware of Drinking Water Sources
Water-borne diarrheal diseases are very common during the monsoon season. Be cautious of potentially contaminated sources, especially when buying drinks from street stalls. It’s best to take your own boiled or purified drinking water with you.
5. Watch Out For Stagnant Water
Stagnant water is the prime breeding ground for mosquitoes. Dengue Fever, a potentially deadly mosquito-borne disease is most rampant during the rainy season.
6. Keep Hands Clean
Keeping hands clean has been a primary concern with the spread of COVID-19, so this is something all kids are now definitely used to. Common cold symptoms and other viruses can escalate during the rainy season so pay special attention during these monsoon months. To keep everyone safe, clean hands regularly and always bring a hand sanitizer when you are out and about. Also, make it a habit to wash hands and feet when you get home, especially after contact with rain or flood waters.
Visit our friendly team at Yourmed Pharmacy to assist you with your health needs during this rainy season. Be safe and healthy!
