Be careful when infectious disease no longer occurs in seasonal
Vietnam, like many other countries in the world, face challenges related to infectious diseases.The epidemic situation may change rapidly due to many factors such as climate change, human movement and the appearance of new strains of bacteria and viruses.
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Until now, infectious diseases such as measles, dengue fever, hand, foot and mouth are still a concern because there is a risk of the disease no longer occurs in the season.
According to the latest statistics from the Ministry of Health, by the end of September 2024, the whole country recorded 79,727 cases of dengue fever, including 12 deaths.
The Center for Disease Control Hanoi said that dengue fever is entering the peak period every year, taking place from September to November. The weather is complicated and rainy, creating favorable conditions for favorable conditions forThe reproduction and development of mosquitoes transmit disease.
According to the statistics of Ho Chi Minh City Center for Disease Control, the number of measles, dengue fever, hand, foot and mouth of Ho Chi Minh City in the past week has increased, the health sector continues to increase the measures to prevent epidemics.Last week, the city also recorded 411 cases of dengue fever, an increase of nearly 20%, bringing the total number of cases from the beginning of the year to nearly 8,200.District 1, Thu Duc City and District 7 have high average numbers.
Dengue fever in the Americas broke out at a record level
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Dengue fever is spreading in the Americas with worrying speed, especially in South American countries.This is considered one of the biggest outbreaks in the region's history.On October 8, Lien My Health Organization(Paho) The warning of dengue fever recorded in the Americas in the first 8 months of this year has reached 11,733 million people, an increase of 2 and a half times compared to the same period last year, and this is a record number of people.
Lien My Health Organization (PAHO) said the number of dengue infections in American countries has nearly half increased in the past 3 weeks, up to 5.2 million cases, from the beginning of the year until now.The director of Paho Jarbas Barbosa stated that the vaccine can play an important role in reducing serious cases or the number of deaths related to this disease.
How to get dengue fever to cure, prevent complications?
When dengue, health care and nutritional supplements are extremely important to help the body recover quickly.Here are some things you need to note:
1. Go to the medical facility immediately: It is necessary to go to the hospital for a doctor's examination, accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment advice.Patients need to be checked periodically to monitor the situation and promptly detect complications.
2. Full rest: In addition to getting enough sleep to help the body recover health and boost the immune system, people with dengue fever should avoid strong exercise to minimize the risk of bleeding.
3. Drink plenty of water: Drink enough water to compensate for the amount of water lost through sweat and vomiting.Types of water to drink include filtered water, juice (oranges, grapefruit, lemon), coconut water ... help provide vitamins and minerals.
For young children, children should use mosquito diapers and mosquitoes to protect children from mosquito bites causing dengue fever.
4. Supplement nutrition from food: Need to ensure adequate energy and nutrients for the body.
Foods to eat include:
- Foods rich in protein (lean meat, fish, eggs, milk to help restore damaged cells)
- Fresh fruit provides vitamins, minerals and fiber.Priority is given to colorful fruits such as orange, grapefruit, papaya, mango ...
- Green vegetables: Provide vitamins and minerals, help strengthen the immune system.
- Thin porridge: Easy to digest, provide energy.
Foods to avoid include: Difficult foods such as red meat, fried foods with lots of grease, hot spicy foods;Carbonated drinks increase the risk of dehydration;Alcohol affects blood clotting.
5. Keep personal hygiene and take measures against mosquitoes
- Wash your hands regularly: Preventing other diseases.
- Keep the house hygiene: Remove items containing stagnant water, regularly clean the house.
- Prevent mosquito bites by sleeping, using mosquito wipes with natural lemongrass, safe when living outdoors, especially in the evening.For children should wear bright clothes, using diapers to remove mosquitoes.
Reasonable diet along with timely treatment will help you quickly recover after dengue.