Although the majority think that the flu only occurs during the colder times of the year, ‘summer flu’ is common during the summer. This disease, called summer flu, can be seen in many people. Although the summer flu, which we often encounter with symptoms such as weakness and headache, is quite common, we can easily protect ourselves by recognizing the disease. This blog discusses the summer flu, its symptoms, and how we can protect ourselves.
What is summer flu?
Summer flu is a respiratory tract infection that can occur due to many viruses and progresses with flu-like symptoms caused by the influenza virus. Although many people think that the flu only occurs during the colder times of the year, it is also common in the summer. Decreased body resistance, spending time indoors increasing with COVID-19, more use of ventilation systems such as air conditioners cause the particles that cause disease to spread faster.
How is the disease transmitted?
Microbe-disease multiplies and spreads in water installations, cooling towers, and ventilation systems. It is manifested by inhalation of water particles passing through these devices or involuntary escaping into the respiratory tract. With the microbe entering the body, the person starts to get sick gradually within days.
What are the symptoms of summer flu?
The severity and duration of symptoms vary from person to person. But usually, like winter flu, summer flu can take three days to two weeks to heal.
The most observed symptoms are:
- Tiredness
- Weakness
- Fever
- Throat ache
- Headache
- Muscle pain
- Dry throat
- Runny nose
However, the symptoms of summer flu are similar to the onset of many other diseases. If you see these symptoms in yourself, it may be due to another disease or condition. Therefore, it is essential to observe ourselves and quickly become aware of these symptoms.
How can you protect yourself from summer flu?
Here are some things to consider to avoid the summer flu:
Keep your immune system strong and healthy.
Stronger immunity will help the body develop a defense against the microbes that cause diseases and prevent negative situations regarding our health. For a healthy body, the basic things to do are:
- Eat well
- Drink plenty of water and fluids
- Eat a fruit-vegetable diet
- Pay attention to sleep and rest
- Do not forget to do sports to increase body resistance
Be careful about the use of air conditioning.
Since air conditioners play an important role in spreading the disease, you should use them carefully, and if possible, natural ventilation methods should be preferred. If the air conditioner is still to be used, using it in these ways will keep us away from the flu:
- Do not skip periodic maintenance of ventilation systems and air conditioners. Accordingly, the filters should be changed and cleaned.
- Use the air conditioner intermittently.
- Try not to lower the ideal temperature of the air conditioner below 22-23 degrees and shouldn’t be exposed to the air conditioner directly.
- Try using air conditioner output speed low.
Be careful about summer conditions. We should not be exposed to high temperatures starting with the effect of summer, and we should pay attention to what we do to avoid this hot effect. The way we dress in the sea and the pool, even our habits to cool off, can protect us from the flu. Some situations we should pay attention to:
- Do not stay too long under the sun
- Avoid sudden hot-cold air changes
- After the sea and pool, take a shower and change your swimsuits.
- Do not be exposed to the wind when wet and sweaty.
- Avoid consuming icy drinks
- Prefer light, sweat-proof fabrics for clothes.
Conclusion
Summer flu is a disease we can easily protect by keeping our immune system strong.You can get a healthier body by transitioning to a healthier life with a Detox Program you will attend at TheLifeCo. You can support your immunity in drug-free and natural ways. With the programs you will participate with a professional team, you can gain permanent healthy living habits and renew your body.
