he winter Every year brings a Up clear from Respiratory diseasesas revealed by UNAM Global. During this period, Climatic conditions and Behaviors Social networks are aligned to facilitate presence and Virus transmission And bacteria.
Upon arrival Cold monthsEnvironmental experiments a decrease in moisture. this drought It directly affects Respiratory system. the mucous layer Which covers the nose, throat and lungs has a function Pick up dust and microbes, but in winter, with reduced condensation, this mucus loosens or even dries. So, It loses its effectiveness And stop catching so much Pathogens As in other seasons.
On the other hand, the cold reduces Navigation Subordinate ciliathe small structures responsible for Mucus removal To the stomach, where stomach acids are Destruction of external factors. By working at a slower rate, cilia allow this Virus And bacteria stay in the bronchi for a longer time, which increases risk From infections.
in winterPeople usually They gather More in Closed spacesBecause of the cold and December celebrations. These meetings are in places Poor ventilation They prefer Exchange of microbesThis increases the possibility of transmission of infection.
Moreover, Exposure Continue on Cold air It makes the body’s mechanisms work harder Regulating internal temperature. This additional effort requires more MoisturizingIf a sufficient amount of water is not consumed, Mucous membranes Nose and throat dry What’s more, weakening another natural barrier.
According to the information shared by UNAM Global, during the year 2023 more than 18 million Of cases Respiratory diseases Severe infections, COVID-19, pharyngitis, bronchopneumonia, and pneumonia in Mexico.
Of these, 7 million 894 thousand 484 spoke in spring and summer. For her part, 10 million 781 thousand 906 spoke in autumn and winter.
Not everything Discomfort Winter respiratory infections have the same origin. Information from UNAM Global indicates that Allergies They can be recognized by symptoms such as: Tearful eyes Clear and persistent mucus. he cold usually brings Sneezing And sore throat, while its effects are significant, such as pharyngitis also laryngitisexpress themselves Pain when speakingOr swallowing or temporary loss of voice.
To reduce risk from contracting the disease or transmitting the infection to others, Recommendations We are:
- Maintain Moisturizing daily
- ventilation Regularly closed spaces
- break Correctly
- Wash hands mostly
- Cover your sneeze And coughing with the forearm
- is used Face mask If symptoms occur
- protects Especially vulnerable people
If the symptoms are such as: fever, pain in the joints, exhaustion Extreme or difficulty breathingIt is necessary to search Medical care To rule out complications such as Covid-19, flu also pneumonia.