Mohali: Civil surgeon Dr Mahesh Kumar Ahuja asked residents, especially heart patients and senior citizens to stay indoors. In an advisory issued here, he suggested that they not go for morning and evening walks. Ahuja said that proper precautions were needed to avoid health problems in the winter. “It is very important to keep the body warm in the severe cold.Elderly people and heart patients should avoid walking in the morning and evening,” he said, adding that prolonged exposure to cold increases chances of diseases like flu, runny nose, hypothermia and heart attack.
Ahuja asked people to keep doors and window of the house closed to prevent cold drafts and said that it was very important to keep the body warm to increase immunity. For this, he recommended food rich in Vitamin C and warm liquids at regular intervals.
Dr Ahuja warned against lighting fire in a closed room in the winter saying that the carbon monoxide gas produced could be fatal. The health department has already issued instructions to senior medical officers of hospitals in the district to make necessary arrangements for treatment of patients suffering from cold.
The civil surgeon said that low body temperature could cause tremors in speech, sleepiness, muscle stiffness and difficulty in breathing. He said that people suffering from hypothermia should seek medical attention as soon as possible and warned against drinking alcohol. He said that alcohol reduces body temperature and increases the risk of hypothermia. In case of any problem, residents could contact the helpline number 104, he said. tnn
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Ahuja asked people to keep doors and window of the house closed to prevent cold drafts and said that it was very important to keep the body warm to increase immunity. For this, he recommended food rich in Vitamin C and warm liquids at regular intervals.
Dr Ahuja warned against lighting fire in a closed room in the winter saying that the carbon monoxide gas produced could be fatal. The health department has already issued instructions to senior medical officers of hospitals in the district to make necessary arrangements for treatment of patients suffering from cold.
The civil surgeon said that low body temperature could cause tremors in speech, sleepiness, muscle stiffness and difficulty in breathing. He said that people suffering from hypothermia should seek medical attention as soon as possible and warned against drinking alcohol. He said that alcohol reduces body temperature and increases the risk of hypothermia. In case of any problem, residents could contact the helpline number 104, he said. tnn
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Avdhesh Singh, a 56-year-old man, suffered a stroke after stepping onto the cold floor bare feet during winter weather. KGMU sees higher numbers of stroke and heart attack cases during the winter months. Individuals with diabetes, hypertension, respiratory infections, or obesity are vulnerable. Blood vessels constrict in response to the cold, increasing the risk of stroke and heart attack. Regular blood pressure checks, avoiding sudden temperature changes, and wearing layered clothing can help prevent such incidents. Sudden deaths due to cardiac arrest are often caused by undiagnosed heart issues.
Avdhesh Singh, a 56-year-old man, suffered a stroke after stepping onto the cold floor bare feet during winter weather. KGMU sees higher numbers of stroke and heart attack cases during the winter months. Individuals with diabetes, hypertension, respiratory infections, or obesity are vulnerable. Blood vessels constrict in response to the cold, increasing the risk of stroke and heart attack. Regular blood pressure checks, avoiding sudden temperature changes, and wearing layered clothing can help prevent such incidents. Sudden deaths due to cardiac arrest are often caused by undiagnosed heart issues.
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Asthma affects about 8% of children in India, impacting their quality of life and lung function. Factors like genetic background and exposure to allergens contribute to childhood asthma. Common symptoms include coughing, shortness of breath, and chest congestion. Seasonal colds can trigger asthma symptoms, especially with temperature changes and allergens like pollen, dust, and mold. Inhalation therapy is the main treatment for asthma, and an action plan with a doctor's guidance is crucial. Managing asthma during winter includes avoiding irritants, getting flu shots, using air purifiers, and practicing breathing techniques.
Avoid morning walk as air quality worsens due to foggy condition
Jaipur's air quality remains poor due to foggy conditions, causing an increase in patients with respiratory diseases. Doctors advise caution for those with lung and heart diseases. The combination of fog and air pollution is detrimental to health. AQI levels have been continuously deteriorating. The pollution stays in the lowest layer of air due to fog cover. Waiting for sunlight before going out for a morning walk is recommended for those with respiratory diseases. Dense fog during winter creates havoc for patients with respiratory disorders.
Jaipur's air quality remains poor due to foggy conditions, causing an increase in patients with respiratory diseases. Doctors advise caution for those with lung and heart diseases. The combination of fog and air pollution is detrimental to health. AQI levels have been continuously deteriorating. The pollution stays in the lowest layer of air due to fog cover. Waiting for sunlight before going out for a morning walk is recommended for those with respiratory diseases. Dense fog during winter creates havoc for patients with respiratory disorders.
