Protect yourself from the rains and the flu

The cold and rainy days have arrived. Therefore, it is important that you follow some recommendations to avoid diseases typical of the season, such as flu or others respiratory infections .

  1. Before leaving your home or office open up well and do not expose yourself to sudden changes of temperature
  2. Take one diet balanced
  3. Eat fruits and vegetables rich in vitamin C ; This strengthens the immune system
  4. Practice exercise regularly

Normally, children and older adults are the most vulnerable groups to present this type of infections . So the Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS) provides schemes for vaccination that prevent and help fight them.

Eulalio Vivar Acevedo doctor Hospital of Specialties, of the National Medical Center Siglo XXI , explained that if you have become ill, it is important that you rest during the convalescence and keep a good feeding so that your defenses are activated and you fight faster virus .

The specialist recommended that it is necessary to cover the mouth when talking, cough or sneeze , to avoid the expulsion of small drops of saliva with bacteria , that can spread to other people.

 

What are the complications?

A simple cold It can become a more serious condition if it is not attended to on time and properly. This can become:

  1. Rhinopharyngitis
  2. Sinusitis acute
  3. Bronchitis or bronchopneumonia

Remember to visit your doctor if you present discomforts such as: obstruction or runny nose , congestion , fever Y sneezing , in order to avoid any kind of complication.

Are you ready to face the rainy season?


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