Rospotrebnadzor reminded Volgograd residents about the safety rules on vacation
The dream of a perfect vacation can easily be overshadowed by illness - and instead of walking and new experiences you will have to sit in the room
It is better to completely abandon swimming in standing waters. Choose only those places that are officially allowed for swimming and where there are no animals or large concentrations of waterfowl. The most important rule is not to swallow water. It operates on the beach, in the pool, and in the water park. It is especially important to explain this to children: they often swallow water without giving it any importance.
Do not forget to take a shower before and after visiting the pool or water park: even with regular disinfection, pathogenic microorganisms can persist in the water.
The risk of intestinal infection can be significantly reduced if you follow several basic rules:
The danger of catching a viral infection exists not only in the cold season: in the summer, SARS also occur. To reduce risks will help proven measures:
These simple actions are effective against any airborne infections.
Most often, infections enter the body through the hands. The best option is to wash them regularly with soap and water. If this is not possible, use an antiseptic with an alcohol concentration of at least 60%. It can be in the form of a gel, spray, solution or napkins - the main thing is that the tool is at hand. WHO experts emphasize that proper hand hygiene is one of the most reliable measures to prevent infectious diseases.
Before traveling, it is worth checking whether vaccination is required for the selected region. The need for vaccinations is determined by the epidemiological situation: for example, vaccinations against tick-borne encephalitis, hepatitis A, meningococcal infection or yellow fever may be necessary.
Be sure to discuss this issue with an infectious disease doctor: a specialist will assess the risks and tell you what vaccinations should be given to you.
