Health Alert: Don't let yourself fall prey to flu-respiratory infection, Health Ministry tells what to do and what not to do..

Cases of seasonal fever (influenza) start increasing with the change of season. It is mainly a respiratory disease caused by the influenza virus. In which you may have a fever, cough, headache, muscle, and joint pain along with fatigue. Although most people recover from this infection without treatment, however in some situations it may increase complications, for which medical advice and treatment may be required.

Health experts say that with the change of season, the chances of increasing cases of influenza virus also increase. This is the reason why it is called seasonal fever. Usually, this infection spreads more in cold weather, but some people may have such problems due to mild changes in the weather.

Who is more at risk of flu?

Health experts say that every year there are minor genetic changes in the virus, due to which some people may have more complications. In cold and dry weather, the influenza virus survives longer, due to which it spreads more easily. Generally, seasonal fever-flu infection has been seen more in people whose immunity is weak.

Health Ministry suggested measures.

The Union Health Ministry has shared important information on how to stay safe from seasonal flu, what measures can be taken for prevention. You can avoid flu and the problems caused by it by taking care of some things in your daily routine.

What to do?

1. Wear a mask and avoid crowded places.

2. Cover your mouth and nose while sneezing or coughing.

3. Avoid touching your eyes and nose.

4. Drink plenty of fluids.

What not to do?

1. Do not shake hands or greet with other physical contact.

2. Do not eat while sitting close to others.

3. Do not touch shared surfaces.

4. Do not spit in public places.

Vaccination is a preventive measure.
To avoid flu and other types of respiratory infections, experts at the World Health Organization (WHO) recommend that all people get an annual flu vaccine.
Flu and other respiratory infections also spread due to unclean hands, so it is important to take care of hand hygiene. Frequent hand washing and the use of sanitizer are helpful in preventing infection.
Measures like wearing a mask and social distancing help protect you from the risk of respiratory infections, especially when it is spreading very fast.

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