Health advisory regarding water-borne diseases

Amritsar, July 30

While issuing an advisory regarding the prevention of water-borne diseases, Civil Surgeon Dr Sumeet Singh said during the rainy season, people should take special care of the health of their young children and elderly persons.

He said people should use clean drinking water and avoid eating junk food. Cleanliness and hygiene in the cooking area should be taken into consideration before eating anything from outside.

The Civil Surgeon said vomiting, diarrhoea and fever during the monsoon season should be taken seriously and immediate treatment sought from the nearest government health institution. The official said the Water Supply and Sanitation Department has been asked not to allow any kind of water mixing during the rainy season and ensure the supply of clean water and adequate sanitation.

Besides, a special anti-diarrhoea campaign is already being conducted from July 1 to August 31, 2024.