With the change in seasons also comes change in weather.

This change can be anywhere between mild to drastic.

It is difficult for our body to adjust to such changes fast which leads to us falling ill.

Some climatic conditions are also hospitable to certain insects and micro-organisms which cause and spread diseases.

Here are some tips for health problems, their prevention and cure on the basis of different seasons:

SUMMER

  • Dehydration is common in summers. You should keep yourself well-hydrated to prevent fainting or fatigue.
  • Rashes from the sun are also common. You must use a sun-block that suits your skin. Also keep your skin moisturized.
  • Breathing problems also may occur. Keep yourself well hydrated and try to stay in cool places.
  • Use insect-repellent to avoid insect bites that may be poisonous.
  • Polio occurs in summer. Be sure to vaccinate your children.

WINTER

  • The flu is very common during winters. It is good to get vaccinated against this.
  • Throat infections and respiratory problems take place during winters. One should drink warm drinks and avoid going out of the house with wet hair to prevent these.
  • Pain in limbs and joints is also common in winters. You should wear as many layers as required to keep yourself warm to avoid this pain.

MONSOON

  • Malaria and dengue are common in the monsoon. Since this is caused by a mosquito bite, you should put a mosquito repellent (in the form of a cream) on your body before leaving the house. You should also keep a mosquito repellent on in your room at all times.
  •  Cholera is also common in monsoons. You should get vaccinated against it in order to prevent it.

AUTUMN

  • Heart failure is common during autumn due to the inability of the body to adapt to weather change. This can be prevented by staying active, taking long walks.etc
  • Bronchitis is common in people during autumn. This gives people difficulty in breathing. This can be prevented by ensuring you stay warm.

SPRING

  • You can develop allergies to certain plants that grow during this season. You can take anti-allergies for this.
  • You can develop asthma from the pollen flying around during spring. Its best to take anti-allergies and keep your inhaler with you at all times.

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