11 Tips To Avoid Diseases In This Monsoon

October 17, Kathmandu – After change in whether, risk of diseases like cold, fever, 'fungal infection', typhoid and malaria is increased.

- The risk of hepatitis and typhoid is higher during the changing seasons and the days after the rains. To avoid this, you should not eat food and beverages sold on the street.

- Boiled water should be consumed when the weather is changing. Don't drink too much water. This is because of the increased risk of waterborne diseases during the changing seasons.

 - After the rain, water is accumulated in many places, where many kinds of germs and bacteria grow. As the germs found in such creams are transmitted to the body while walking, in the current situation of changing weather, one should take a bath every day.

- Cholera is another disease that can be transmitted in the current changing weather. Cholera has been reported in some parts of the country for some time. That is why you should not eat stale food. Eat hot food and keep food, water, etc. covered.

- As mosquitoes are spread due to frozen water in some places, diseases like malaria and dengue are more likely to be contracted immediately after the rains. That is why people living in mosquito-infested areas should not be lazy to wear mosquito nets. Or, mosquito repellent coils, sprays, etc. can be used.

- Many people get cold when the weather changes after rain. This is because at such times, the human immune system tends to be weakened. To avoid catching a cold in such weather, you should make it a habit to wear a mask and a hat or scarf when leaving the house. Greens, fruits and salads should be eaten as much as possible to increase the body's resistance to disease.

- At this time of changing weather, the risk of stomach upset, increased acidity, constipation, etc. is also higher. To reduce this risk, eat fresh food and drink plenty of water. Fruits that were cut a few hours ago should not be eaten in the changing weather like now.