Intermittent rain and a sudden increase in temperature are acting as a catalyst for growth of bacteria and virus, leading to increase in many infections like viral fever, typhoid, malaria, diarrhoea and worse among all, swine flu.
230 positive cases of swine flu since February under the jurisdiction of Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) and increase in other infections because of erratic weather has added to the woes of the residents.
Intermittent rain and a sudden increase in temperature are acting as a catalyst for growth of bacteria and virus, leading to increase in many infections like viral fever, typhoid, malaria, diarrhoea and worse among all, swine flu.
Inflow of cases at civic hospitals and private hospitals have gone up. City doctors said, "Intermittent rain and hot-humid climatic condition has led to increase in H1N1 infection."
TMC officials from health department said, "In last two months, there have been a sudden increase in swine flu and dengue cases. We would blame erratic weather conditions for the same. We have taken preventive measures at our end but residents should also take appropriate care."
As per figures shared by TMC, there are 230 swine flu cases since February. Out of 230 cases, 13 deaths have been reported so far.
TMC PRO Sandeep Malvi said, "As a preventive measure, isolation ward has been erected at Kalwa hospital and at 26 health centers across the city, have been instructed for swine flu screening."
"If a patient has been detected with swine flu, then the other members from the family are also screened. We will conduct a survey of the area for more cases. The screening facilities have been made available at all primary health centers, to detect the disease and start with primary treatment. Stock of kit – tamiflu has been ensured and a detailed survey is in progress to check if any particular area is prone to swine flu. The health officials have also been asked to conduct a compulsory blood test for patients complaining about fever," added Malvi.
The health officials are also looking at the intensified door-to-door campaign for checking viral fever and probable cases of dengue, malaria and H1N1 infection.
Meanwhile doctors have advised to take care of personal hygiene and stop going at crowded places and use masks.
Doctors advise residents to stay away from self medication and say strict no to any self prescribed tablets. For viral fever, one should see a specialist. The viral fever on an average lasts for four to five days, but if it goes beyond that, then it could be serious. So, one must see a specialist and get the medication done," said Dr Alok Modi, Kevalya hospital.
Adding a word of precaution, Dr Modi said, personal hygiene makes a big difference; in addition, people should also say no to street food and drinking water from any of the sources. Regular cleaning of society premises and avoiding over accumulation of garbages in society will also help in limiting the growth of bacteria."Also, Dr Modi suggests to follow few tips to stay away from monsoon related ailments.
Doctors' advice
Keep your water tank clean
Don't let kids play in any wet area
Say no to drinking water from any source but carry your own bottle
Wear protective footwear
Don't put your feet in stagnant water as chances of skin diseases increases
Maintain a healthy lifestyle
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