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Author : Dr Rajesh Chawla, Senior Pulmonologist, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi
CELEBRATING A SAFE DIWALI AMIDST COVID-19 AND AIR POLLUTION
India
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New Delhi, November 04, 2020 :
There are many organs and bodily functions that can be harmed, the consequences including:
- Respiratory disease like COPD, aggravate of bronchial asthma
- Fatigue, headaches and anxiety
- Irritation of the eyes, nose and throat
- Nervous system damage
- Effects on Cardiovascular system
Precautions to follow to keep away from harmful effects of air-pollution
- MAINTAIN FREQUENT VENTILATION: Occasionally, keep your windows open which will allow proper ventilation. It allows the air to circulate through the house, keeping it fresh.
- WEAR MASKS: It is significant to be responsible and take mandatory precautions. COVID pandemic this year has made the use of mask necessary
- DON’T USE SANITIZER BEFORE LIGHTING DIYA/CANDLES: Refrain from using hand sanitizers which are alcohol based before lighting diyas, candles or any such thing. This is because sanitizers are inflammable and can cause fire hazards.
- CONSUME DIET RICH IN VITAMIN C: Try to consume fruits that are rich in vitamin C, magnesium and omega fatty acids. These nutrients help to strengthen the overall immunity of the body.
- KEEP SANITIZER AWAY FROM FIRE: Since maximum sanitizers are alcohol based, they can easily catch fire. Therefore, keep your sanitizer bottles on a safe place.
- KEEP WATER HANDY: Instead of carrying sanitizers everywhere you can consider carrying water and paper soap rather.
- MAINTAIN PHYSICAL DISTANCING: It is recommended that you celebrate Diwali this year staying indoors mostly. However if you are meeting someone, fold your hands in.
- AVOID HEAVY EXERCISES IN OPEN: Try to avoid heavy exertion activities and going outdoors and for doing physical activities such as cycling, jogging etc. during early morning and evening. Although gym or indoor exercises are permissible, they should be done in moderation. It is better to limit the outdoor activities for children.
- KEEP INHALER AND MEDICINES HANDY: Patients who have recovered from COVID-19 and have respiratory related illness should keep their inhaler and medicines handy and follow the above precautionary tips.
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