In the cool rainy weather, we often forget to drink the water required to remove toxins from our body. Make sure to drink plenty of boiled water that will help kill disease-causing microbes.
Goa|Monsoon|Water contamination|Drink hot beverages|
KEEP MOSQUITOES AWAY
Turn over containers having stagnant water to avoid mosquito breeding. Install mosquito nets to keep them at bay.
There's an increased risk of water-borne diseases during the monsoons. Wash your veggies thoroughly, devour seasonal fruits, opt for home-made food and keep warm with hot soups.
Goa|Monsoon health| Advisory|Home-made food|
LISTEN TO YOUR MOTHER
It's very tempting to enjoy in the rains, but you're more likely to catch a cold. Make sure you use good quality raincoats and umbrellas.
Goa|Monsoon health|Rain dance| Raincoats and Umbrellas| | Photo: Rohan Fernandes
VISIT A DOCTOR
Very often cold and flu are generalized as a result of the changing monsoon weather. Don't delay going to a doctor if both persist for long.
Goa|Monsoon health|Cold & fever| Visit doctor|
DON'T LET THE FOOTLOOSE
Wounds take longer to heal and are more prone to infection in the rains. Make sure to invest in some good footwear, especially if it's a diabetic foot.
Goa|Monsoon health|Rain|Footwear|
MAINTAIN A ROUTINE
The cool monsoon weather makes you want to skip exercise and lie in bed a bit longer. Don't break that routine. Go for a walk or do some yoga at home to stay fit.
Goa|Monsoon health|Follow a routine|Exercise| Yoga| | Photo: Rohan Fernandes