A state of alert has been declared in the cities of San Juan de Aznalverache, Marina del Aljarafe and Guelves due to the presence of… West Nile virus (WNV) After revealing its circulation Culex mosquitoes were caught in a trap located at the intersection between these three municipalities. … The General Directorate of Public Health and Pharmaceutical Administration of the Ministry of Health, Presidency and Emergency of the Government of Andalusia confirmed the discovery of the disease and activated the corresponding protocol for these cases.
Thus, according to the current programme, the Ministry decided Maintain a state of alert in these areas until December 10In addition to launching health promotion measures in educational centers and residences in the region. Likewise, people are encouraged to take all necessary preventive measures against the virus that “It works at the level of the central nervous system“, as the pharmacist explained Rocio Garcia to ABC Seville.
In this sense, and with regard to symptoms, this worker at the April Pharmacy, in Correa del Río, explains that this disease can cause “two main symptoms. One is milder, with symptoms such as: Headache, muscle aches, vomiting, feeling a little weird, hives… Then there is the more serious picture, with more important problems such as DConfusion, disorientation, neck stiffness, and even loss of consciousness“. Now, the symptoms each person has may depend on each person, although it is still a virus that has an important impact.
The use of repellents is the main means of personal protection against the Nile virus
When it comes to preventing West Nile virus infection, this pharmaceutical company places special emphasis on “The main personal prevention is the use of insect repellent When you are on the street, from young to old. You should too Avoid peak hourssuch as dusk or dawn, which is the time when there are the largest number of mosquitoes on the street; You should avoid being outside. Then, at home almost everyone Mosquito nets, but it is recommended to place them and insect repellent in the sockets“.
Once again, Rocío García emphasizes that the main method of personal protection against this disease is insect repellents. The sale of this product continues throughout the year. It is true that in the strongest months, from April to October, sales rise a lot. There are more mosquitoes. But the discounts continue throughout the year, especially for children.”
Finally, regarding the pharmacy she works at in Correa del Río, he commented, “We have products for all ages; From labels and natural products such as citronellafor young people or for people who do not want to use pesticides and more chemical products, even The most extreme which are used even in tropical climates. Also, depending on age, everyone has their own specialty product.”
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