Safety Precautions during Rains | Kauvery Hospital

The rainy season is finally here! We have been receiving heavy rainfall in recent days, and it is time for us to refresh our knowledge about safety precautions during rainy seasons.

Let us look at the essential things that you have to keep in mind to get through the season safely.

Health precautions to stay healthy during the rainy season

Rain brings with it water-borne diseases like Cholera, amoebiasis, hepatitis A, etc. Intake of contaminated food and water is the primary cause of these diseases.

Here are some safety measures that will help avoid the infection.

• Always drink water from a known source
• Always eat well-cooked food and drink boiled water
• Avoid raw foods and outside food consumption
• Water-borne diseases have symptoms like diarrhea and fever.

If you notice these symptoms, consult a doctor immediately.

Safety precautions during rainy season while outdoors

It is better to stay in the house and avoid coming in contact with dirty water since it can cause skin problems. But if you have to go out for essentials, then wear appropriate clothing and footwear.

Inspect the house for molds since it can cause respiratory issues.

Road safety tips during rainy seasons

• Drive only when there is sufficient light
• Avoid going near electrical wires

Keep essentials ready at home so that you don’t have to go out often

Keep a simple first aid kit ready

How to get rid of mosquitos in the rainy season?

• Mosquitos become quite a bit of a problem during the rainy season.
• Dengue-causing mosquitos breed in stagnant water.
• Get rid of the mosquitos using these tips.
• If you have stagnant water inside your house, try to clear it out or cover it.
• Keep the windows and doors closed.
• Use mosquito coil, mosquito repellents, or anything that helps you from getting mosquito bites.

Listen to Dr. G. Shirley Andrews, a Family Physician in Kauvery Hospital, talk about the safety precautions needed to be followed by people during the rainy season.

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