Monsoons health guide
What You Should Know
When the rains arrive, many infections increase—especially in children with weaker immunity. Diseases spread through mosquitoes, dirty water, or damp clothes. But with the right steps, kids can stay healthy and happy.
🚨 Common Monsoon Illnesses in Children
- Diarrhoea & Stomach Bug
- Causes: Dirty water, stale food.
- Signs: Loose motions, vomiting, tummy pain, tiredness.
- Cure: Give frequent fluids like ORS, boiled water, light khichdi. If baby is dry or weak, see a doctor fast.
- Viral Fevers, Cold & Flu
- Cause: Colds spread easily in damp air.
- Signs: Fever, runny nose, cough, body ache.
- Cure: Rest, warm fluids (like soup), paracetamol, steam inhalation. Good handwashing stops spread .
- Typhoid, Jaundice, Hepatitis A
- Cause: Drinking dirty water.
- Signs: High fever, stomach pain, yellow eyes (for hepatitis).
- Cure: Drink only boiled or filtered water. Wash hands well. Hospital if fever stays. Vaccination helps.
- Cholera
- Cause: Severe diarrhoea from polluted water.
- Signs: Fast watery stools, cramps, life-threatening dehydration.
- Cure: Immediate ORS or hospital IV. Zinc, antibiotics help too .
- Malaria, Dengue, Chikungunya
- Cause: Mosquito bites in damp places.
- Signs: High fever, joint pain, rash. Dengue can lower platelets.
- Cure: Early testing, rest, fluids. No specific medicine for dengue—prevent mosquito bites.
- Skin & Fungal Infections
- Cause: Damp clothes, shoes.
- Signs: Rashes, itching, fungus in feet or skin folds.
- Cure: Keep skin dry. Change clothes/shoes quickly. Antifungal cream helps.
- Scrub Typhus
- Cause: Mite bites in thick grass.
- Signs: Fever and rash, maybe black spot on skin.
- Cure: Doctor may give antibiotics. Be careful in green, overgrown areas.
🛡️ How to Protect Your Child
- Water Safety: Boil or filter drinking water. Teach kids not to drink from taps or puddles .
- Handwashing: Soap before eating, after loo. This cuts diarrhoea ~30–50% .
- Mosquito Shield: Empty water trays, use nets, repellents, full sleeves, and fogging cracks in your house.
- Dry & Clean Clothes: Make sure clothes, socks, shoes are fully dry before wearing. No damp school uniforms or slippers.
- Healthy Food: Give home-cooked meals, fresh fruits, veggies, soups. Avoid street food and stale snacks .
- Vaccines: Stay up to date—flu, typhoid, hepatitis A. Ask your doctor.
- Bath After Rain: A warm bath after playing in rain cleans germs and dries skin pacehospital.com+1fortishealthcare.com+1.
🏥 When to See a Doctor
- Fever for more than 2 days
- Very loose motions or less urine
- Trouble breathing or chest pain
- Unusual rashes or high fever
- Any doubt—visit your pediatrician early
🧼 Quick Monsoon Health Tips (10 Easy Steps)
- Wash hands before eating & after loo
- Drink only boiled or filtered water
- Wear full sleeves, socks, caps to avoid mosquito bites
- Apply repellent daily
- Dry clothes/shoes well
- Eat homemade meals
- Take vaccines on time
- Use mosquito nets
- Warm bath after rain
- Rest and fluids if sick
✅ Final Word
Monsoon brings beauty and playtime—but also health risks. Use these simple steps to keep your child safe and strong this season. Be alert, stay safe, and enjoy the mud and rain without worry!
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