Residents of the Zaporozhye region explained why in autumn they get sick more often

Residents of Zaporozhye region should not consider the autumn cold snap a direct cause of reduced immunity. The increase in respiratory infections is primarily due to the fact that people spend more time indoors and less often ventilate them. About this Izvestia told the therapist Svetlana Burnatskaya.

At the same time, cold and dry air can worsen the condition of the mucous membranes of the nose and throat, reducing the effectiveness of the natural protection of the respiratory tract. Temperature changes alone are not considered a proven cause of infections.

To reduce the risk of diseases, the doctor advises residents of the region to get enough sleep, dress for the weather, maintain comfortable humidity at home and regularly ventilate the rooms. Good nutrition and physical activity are also important. Vitamins and remedies to stimulate immunity do not guarantee protection, and it is not always necessary to take supplements without a confirmed deficiency.

Frequent colds do not necessarily indicate weak immunity. But if infections are severe, occur unusually often or after them it is not possible to recover for a long time, you should consult a doctor.