The Directorate of Public Well being of the Area of Western Greece within the context of prevention and safety of Public Well being and on the event of the latest meteorological forecasts relating to the incidence of the African mud transport phenomenon that can have an effect on the territory within the coming days, in addition to the related suggestions of the Ministry of Well being, informs you:
“African mud” is a frequent phenomenon, through which mud particles from the floor of areas of North Africa with the assistance of sturdy winds are dispersed within the ambiance and transported to distant areas of the planet. Suspended particles may cause or worsen ailments of the respiratory system (Bronchial asthma, COPD, bronchitis, and many others.), allergy symptoms (allergic rhinitis, conjunctivitis, dermatitis, and many others.), cardiovascular ailments, in addition to create long-term well being issues. The people who find themselves most susceptible to publicity to “African mud” are infants, youngsters, the aged and other people with power respiratory and cardiovascular ailments.
It’s subsequently really useful, particularly for essentially the most susceptible folks:
- Limiting actions exterior the house whereas the phenomenon stays intense (keep away from pointless actions, handbook work and out of doors sports activities particularly throughout the hours with the very best mud concentrations).
- Hermetically closing the home windows and doorways (e.g. inserting carpets within the entrances) of the home with a purpose to restrict the entry of mud.
- Eye, nostril and mouth safety (e.g. carrying a masks)
- Guaranteeing the required hydration, primarily with ample water consumption.
- Common replace on the present air high quality within the space.
- In search of medical recommendation and assist in case of look or worsening of scientific signs similar to cough, shortness of breath, itching and many others.
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