Ministry of Public Health , The Medical Department warns the elderly, young children, and people with chronic diseases. They are a group at risk of developing respiratory diseases during the changing weather conditions. By wearing thick clothes Exercise regularly Eat hot food, drink warm water and get enough sleep.
Dr. Natthaphong Wongwiwat, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Medical Services, said that during this period there has been a change in weather in some areas. Temperatures have decreased, the air has cooled, and in some areas there has been rain. Which sometimes happens suddenly. If the body cannot adapt quickly, it may cause various diseases, so we must be especially careful. Especially among young children, the elderly, and people with chronic illnesses. They are considered to be a high-risk group that is often easily affected by health effects, such as respiratory diseases such as the common cold, influenza, pneumonia, and measles. Therefore, parents, guardians, and those who take care of the elderly Therefore, we must understand and know how to take care of our health to be safe from various diseases during the changing weather conditions.
Recommendations for people to take care of their own health and that of their families during the time of weather change. Young children should eat nutritious food from all 5 food groups. For the elderly, their body temperature should be kept warm at all times. By wearing clothing that is thick enough Cover yourself with a blanket to keep yourself warm. Avoid being in cold places. Move your body often and eat hot food. and a variety of all 5 groups, drink 6-8 glasses of warm water per day and get adequate sleep.
In addition, skin problems are found in the elderly, such as dry skin, dermatitis and itching. This is because the elderly have less subcutaneous fat and the sebaceous glands function less. It can cause the skin to lose moisture. The way to prevent this is not to shower too often and in too hot water. Apply lotion or oil to the skin after showering. Be careful of circulatory system disease or congenital disease such as coronary artery disease. Stroke and high blood pressure, etc. You should take care of your body to keep it warm. Don’t eat spicy food. Exercise regularly Take medicines for congenital diseases as prescribed by the doctor. For those suffering from chronic joint pain, lower temperatures may trigger inflammation such as gout. Keep your body warm. If you have flu symptoms, you should wear a face mask. To prevent the spread of disease Wash your hands often and avoid crowded places.
Source: Thai News Agency