Rainwater causes common air borne and water-borne diseases that include malaria,
typhoid, cholera and common cold, among others.

Normally, the weather in the Philippines in October is very hot with average temperatures
between 26°C and 31°C; however, this year we can expect rain for roughly half of the month
with roughly 8 to 15 days of rain.

This may also cause bodies of water to get polluted easily increasing the risk of water-borne
diseases.

Some diseases associated with rainy season include:

1. Cold and Flu
   The drastic fluctuation of temperature which happens during this rainy season makes the body susceptible to bacterial and viral attack, resulting in cold and flu. This is the most common form of viral infections. Hence to protect the body, one should consume highly nutritious foods and strengthen the immunity. By this the body can fight germs by producing antibodies against the released toxins.
2. Mosquito Borne Diseases
   • Malaria and monsoon go hand in hand. When rain, water remains clogged, it helps the mosquitoes breeding process. The spread of malaria can be prevented by keeping such clogged areas clean.
   • Dengue fever can be very painful and life-threatening. Although this disease is caused by the dengue virus, the carrier here is the mosquito and thus keeping the body protected from any form of mosquito bite can ensure safety.
   • Cholera. This is a water borne infection, caused by many strains of bacteria called Vibrio cholera. Cholera affects the gastrointestinal tract causing severe dehydration and diarrhea.
   • Typhoid fever is a result of contaminated food and water. This is yet another bacterial infection caused by Salmonella typhi. Maintaining proper hygiene and sanitation and at the same time using clean water is recommended.
   • Hepatitis A. This infection is caused by contaminated food and water which mainly affects the liver. Some common Hepatitis A symptoms seen are fever, vomiting, rash, etc.

The hot, humid and wet weather makes it favorable for the micro-organisms to reproduce
and multiply. This also results in many respiratory tract diseases and skin infections too.

Here some simple ways on how to protect yourself from these diseases:

1. Bring Proper Rain Gear.
   Remember to bring your umbrella or other rain gear with you wherever you go to avoid
   becoming sick.
   
2. Take A Warm Shower.
   After getting wet from the rain, take a shower right away as this helps the body return to a
   normal temperature after drying off and getting dressed, stabilizing the cold temperature
   brought by the rains.
   
3. Wash Your Hand Frequently.
   Common cold symptoms can worsen during rainy season. To keep everyone safe, wash your
   hands frequently and bring hand sanitizer with you when you go out. Also wash your feet
   when you return home, especially if you have been outside in the rain or flooded area.
   
4. Drink Plenty of Water
   Nothing is cozier than sipping a warm beverage while the rain falls outside. But nothing
   beats loading up with water to ensure a healthy day, may it be sunny or rainy. Water
   stimulates blood circulation, which promotes a healthy immune system that protects you
   from infections and allergies.
   
5. Eat Healthily and Take Vitamins.
   People are more susceptible to illnesses such as the flu and cold during rainy season. Protect
   yourself from preventable illnesses, it is critical to strengthen your immune system and take
   extra care of yourself and your family. You can do this by eating healthy meals and making it
   a habit to take vitamins and other supplements regularly to boost your immune system.
   
   

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Source: WHO & DOH

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