Drink a Lot of Water- GHS Over Weather
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has recommended frequent water intake as the weather conditions of the country take a surprising turn this year.
The GHS said the high Air Quality Index of the atmosphere coupled with the warm state could pose several ill health conditions including respiratory illness and meningitis.
“The Ghana Health Service (GHS) appreciates that persons with Asthma and other chronic respiratory conditions may suffer acute attacks or may experience worsening of their conditions. The increased dryness of the air may predispose persons and individuals to dehydration, especially among children and the elderly.
“In the northern part of the country in particular, the dry and hot weather conditions can lead to increased risk of meningitis as evident with the reported cases of meningitis though there are no outbreaks in the country,” the Director-General of the GHS, Dr Patrick Kuma Abioagye said in a statement.
As the condition is anticipated to remain throughout March and April, the Service issued a four-point advisory to safeguard the populace.
Among them include, the limitation of outdoor activities especially for children and the elderly, the wearing of face masks to reduce exposure to dust, staying hydrated by drinking a lot of water throughout the day and observation of prescribed medications by people living with chronic respiratory conditions like asthma.
“We urge the public to observe these recommendations during this period of harsh weather conditions and report to the nearest health facility when they have difficulty breathing. It must be noted that treatment is available for all these conditions including Meningitis and therefore persons with fever and neck stiffness should report immediately to the nearest health facility.”
Meanwhile, it said it is monitoring potential outbreaks during this period for the requisite action.
Ghana and the other Sub-Sahara African Countries are experiencing hot weather conditions with netizens taking to their respective social media pages to rant about it with some resulting to memes to express their frustration.
There has also been a reported upscale in demand for air-conditioners and their servicing.
