It’s a welcome comfort to say goodbye to the blazing summer heat as the first monsoon showers arrive, bringing with them a minor drop in temperature. When the monsoon arrives, our immunity levels plummet, leaving us susceptible to a variety of allergies, infections, and illnesses. Fortunately, basic precautions can help us maintain our health even when we are exposed to contagious germs and harmful microorganisms.
Those with asthma, diabetes, or hypertension are more vulnerable to monsoon illnesses than the general population. Getting vaccinated, especially against typhoid and hepatitis, is one of the most beneficial pre-monsoon healthcare suggestions for them (both of which are common monsoon ailments)
With these pre-monsoon healthcare tips, you can enjoy wet showers without fear of contracting communicable diseases:
Make sure your surroundings are clean and clear of dirt before the seasonal rains begin. If you have an open balcony or a terrace flat, keep it clean and sanitary at all times. Using a disinfectant or cleaning solution, mop the floor once a day. This will reduce mosquito reproduction and illness transmission, such as dengue malaria.
If you’re staying in a mosquito-infested area, bring a strong insect/mosquito repellent with you (Skin creams or commercially available vaporizers). Because such products can cause allergic reactions in children, parents should always check their doctor or pediatrician before using them. Installing mosquito netting on your windows to prevent them from entering is a smart idea. Consult your doctor about taking an anti-malarial medicine as a precaution to avoid monsoon illnesses.
Living in unsanitary conditions can render you vulnerable to many monsoon-related ailments. Check your home for clogged drains, seepage, fractures, fissures, and electrical fixture repairs before the rainy season begins. If you find one, have it repaired as soon as possible, before the monsoon arrives.
Impure water can easily spread a variety of monsoon-related diseases. Make sure your water purifier is installed, upgraded, or renewed.
Purchase monsoon-specific apparel and high-quality footwear to keep your skin away from contaminated water.
Water-borne diseases such as diarrhoea, influenza, cholera, and fungal skin infections might increase your risk of exposure to contaminated water from clogged gutters and unclean puddles.
Even pre-monsoon rains have the potential to bring torrential rain. Before the rainy season begins, make sure you have ready access to goods like an umbrella and a raincoat. You never know when you’ll require it.
Another strategy to avoid ailments associated with the monsoon is to prepare your body by eating the correct foods. To put it another way, stock your kitchen cupboard with immune-boosting foods to maintain your body disease-resistant. Apples, pomegranates, pears, mangoes, and other fruits are natural energy enhancers. Herbal tea has anti-inflammatory effects and can help with coughs, colds, and sore throats. Increase the amount of brown rice, oats, barley, garlic, corn, gram flour, chickpea, and other legumes in your diet. Visit for more information on monsoon diet nutrition.
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