because temperature change Due to the cold front moving into the state (Cold Front No. 4 arrived last weekend), this season Increase In the following cases acute respiratory infection (You will go).
According to data from the Federal Ministry of Health, as of the 37th epidemiological week (cutoff date is September 16), the cumulative number of confirmed cases is 469,578 (111,918 males and 131,367 females).
This is a 105.3% increase compared to last year, as 187,569 infections were reported during the same period. It is worth noting that this year’s cumulative number has increased by 52.44% from the 308,037 cases in 2022, and by 51.32% from the 203,560 cases in 2021.
“Sudden temperature changes brought by cold fronts lead to an increase in respiratory symptoms,” commented internal medicine specialist Jacinto Herrera León. Therefore, he called on the public to take care of themselves, maintain hygiene measures and be vigilant to avoid the occurrence of such diseases.
“We cannot forget that the seasonal influenza season is about to begin and as soon as a vaccine becomes available, it must be used,” commented Dr. Herrera León, a collaborator at El poder de lapluma, Novedades Yucatán Editorial Board.
He emphasized that the Covid-19 pandemic and influenza outbreak taught people to use masks, antibacterial gels and take care of potential respiratory diseases in the environment such as common cold, influenza, tonsillitis, pneumonia, tuberculosis, etc.
“The main symptoms to watch for are coughing, sneezing, body aches, headaches, throat and ear pain; in addition to elevated body temperature or fever and general malaise,” says the rheumatologist.
He recommends wearing warm clothing, avoiding exposure to sudden changes in temperature or cold environments, getting plenty of rest if you experience any of the above symptoms, staying home if you are sick, and avoiding public or crowded places such as theaters , cinemas, shopping malls, etc. .Avoid infecting others.
“It is recommended to eat well and include fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins A and C such as carrots, papaya, guavas, oranges, tangerines, limes, lemons and pineapples in your diet,” he added.
Jacinto Herrera also recommended that people with respiratory illnesses avoid direct greetings (with kisses or hands) to avoid infecting others, and avoid interacting with children, the elderly, or people with chronic diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure, cancer, etc. touch. Others, and see a doctor as soon as possible.