What diseases can be easily contracted from exposure to fog?

Below are the health hazards of exposure to fog that we need to be aware of:

You should wear a mask and cover up to limit the harmful effects of fog and mist. Photo: Internet

Respiratory system:The foggy environment is favorable for the development of respiratory viruses, including the Adeno virus. When inhaling a lot of fog, this virus can easily enter the body and cause disease. The symptoms of infection are often quite diverse, commonly rhinitis, bronchitis, etc.

Fog that does not carry viruses can also easily affect the respiratory system, especially in the elderly and children. Because fog has high humidity, low temperature, temperature difference and humid environment can easily damage weak respiratory organs.

8 ways to prevent respiratory diseases in the rainy season

(Baonghean.vn) - On rainy days, people are susceptible to respiratory diseases such as: colds, coughs, bronchitis, sore throats... In addition, there are other dangerous diseases such as: pneumonia, encephalitis... Therefore, to protect your body on rainy days, you need to take some of the following measures:

In case of dense fog, the possibility of dust, smoke, and toxic substances remaining is very high. Inhaling them can easily cause the body to contract respiratory diseases such as pneumonia, allergic respiratory infections, etc. When the body already carries pathogens, frequent exposure to fog can make the disease worse.

Skeletal system, joints:One of the types of fog that is harmful to health is hoarfrost. Hoarfrost often appears on cold days, cold air in contact with cold objects will cause some of the water vapor to stick to the object, condensing into fog.

Frequent exposure to frost can affect the bones and joints of the elderly and children. Walking in frost can cause numb joints, and high humidity can cause the cold to penetrate deep into the bones, causing pain.

Even prolonged exposure to frost can affect the nerves, causing headaches and even facial paralysis.

Warning of the risk of facial paralysis and mouth distortion when exposed to sudden cold weather

According to Dr. Vu Huu Ngo (former Head of the Acupuncture and Health Care Department, Central Hospital of Traditional Medicine), facial nerve inflammation is very easy to get when the weather is suddenly cold, causing terrible consequences.

Measles, chickenpox:Due to the humid air and low temperature, foggy environments also pose a potential risk for the spread of some dangerous diseases such as measles and chickenpox.

In addition, bacteria and mold can easily grow and develop on clothes when you dry them directly under the mist, especially underwear. Therefore, women should be careful because it can cause high infection.

How to prevent disease on foggy and frosty days

- Avoid going out too early. There are usually more toxins in the air at this time.

- When going out, you should use a medical mask to protect your respiratory system. If you experience symptoms of respiratory illness, go to the doctor immediately for timely treatment. These days, the disease can develop quickly and become dangerous.

- Supplement adequate nutrition to help the immune system stay healthy and prevent disease attacks.

- Maintain adequate water intake. Exercise at appropriate times.

- Wear enough warm clothes to ensure the body has a source of heat and avoid dew from entering the body. (You should wear a waterproof jacket or raincoat, especially on frosty days).

- Do not dry clothes outside overnight as this can cause mold to form, stick to private areas and skin and cause disease.

- Do not wear damp clothes (Use a clothes dryer to kill mold)./.