ISLAMABAD, Jun 28 (APP):As monsoon nears, health experts on Sunday in the capital city have issued a serious early warning, asking citizens to remain alert, adopt preventive measures against rising diarrhea, typhoid, dengue, hepatitis, other hygiene-related diseases, highlighting avoidance of unhygienic food, safe water intake, strict hygiene and sanitation to curb infections. While speaking exclusively to a media channel, Islamabad Polyclinic Hospital spokesperson …
Capital doctors alert public to possible monsoon disease outbreak, stresses timely precautions
ISLAMABAD, Jun 28 (APP):As monsoon nears, health experts on Sunday in the capital city have issued a serious early warning, asking citizens to remain alert, adopt preventive measures against rising diarrhea, typhoid, dengue, hepatitis, other hygiene-related diseases, highlighting avoidance of unhygienic food, safe water intake, strict hygiene and sanitation to curb infections.
While speaking exclusively to a media channel, Islamabad Polyclinic Hospital spokesperson Dr. Jabbar Bhutto urged citizens to adopt strict food and hygiene precautions ahead of the monsoon season, warning that negligence often leads to a rise in infectious diseases across the capital.
He advised people to avoid stale, uncovered, or unhygienic food items, stressing that consumption of fresh and properly cooked meals is essential to prevent food-borne illnesses. He further cautioned against eating from unsafe street vendors during rainy weather.
Dr. Bhutto warned that contaminated water becomes a major cause of hepatitis, typhoid, and stomach infections during monsoon. He recommended boiling drinking water or using filtered water, especially in areas where water quality is questionable.
He noted that cases of fever, vomiting, diarrhea, and other gastrointestinal infections usually increase due to poor hygiene practices and contaminated food sources. He urged citizens to seek medical attention immediately if symptoms persist instead of self-medication.
Meanwhile, specialist Dr. Nida Abbasi expressed concern over a rising trend of dengue, malaria and other vector-borne diseases during monsoon, warning that hospital rush increases significantly, particularly among children and the elderly.
She further advised the public to avoid purchasing food items from open markets during rains, maintain cleanliness in homes and surroundings and use mosquito protection measures. She added that high fever, joint pain and persistent weakness should not be ignored and require immediate medical consultation.
Specialist further highlighted that outdoor roadside unhygienic, oil-based foods, contaminated water, and poor food handling practices are major contributors to the spread of monsoon-related illnesses. She advised citizens to strictly avoid such food sources to reduce the risk of infections and stomach-related diseases.
She also stressed the importance of staying properly hydrated during the monsoon season, recommending safe and clean drinking water while warning against consuming questionable beverages from roadside vendors.
She urged people to maintain hygiene, strengthen immunity through a balanced diet, and seek timely medical care in case of illness.
