24/07/2025
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๐ง๏ธ๐ก BE AWARE: COMMON DISEASES DURING FLOODS & TYPHOONS ๐ก๐ง๏ธ
Floods and typhoons don't just bring strong winds and heavy rains โ they also increase the risk of serious diseases that can spread quickly in affected areas. Protect yourself and your loved ones by staying informed.
โ ๏ธ Common Diseases to Watch Out For:
1. ๐ฆ Leptospirosis โ from floodwaters contaminated with animal urine
2. ๐ฉ Diarrhea & Cholera โ due to unsafe drinking water and poor sanitation
3. ๐ฆ Dengue & Chikungunya โ mosquito-borne illnesses from stagnant water
4. ๐คข Hepatitis A โ spread through contaminated food and water
5. ๐ Respiratory Infections โ like colds, cough, and pneumonia from exposure to cold or dirty environments
6. ๐ฆ Skin Infections โ from prolonged exposure to dirty water
๐ก๏ธ How to Stay Safe: โ
Avoid walking in floodwaters
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Boil drinking water or use water purification tablets
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Practice proper handwashing
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Use mosquito repellents and cover water containers
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Seek medical help if you show any symptoms
๐ Donโt wait until itโs too late. Stay dry, stay clean, and stay safe.
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