DOH warns vs. common diseases this summer, from sunburn to sore eyes

The Department of Health on Tuesday warned the public to be cautious of diseases that will become more common during the hot season from March to May.

In a report on Balitanghali, the DOH warned the public of the following conditions as summer begins:

• sunburn
• heat stroke
• sore eyes (more accurately, pinkeye or conjunctivitis)
• cough and colds
• vomiting and diarrhea
• rabies
• skin diseases

The DOH advised the public to regularly drink sufficient water in order to stay hydrated during the dry season. It added that the public should refrain from staying under the sun for too long and to always maintain personal hygiene.

It previously noted that heat stroke may not be only felt under the sun, but even indoors when there is not enough ventilation.

For rabies cases, the DOH also offers free shots.

To learn more about heat exhaustion, heat stroke, sore eyes and other diseases to watch out for, click on the links below.

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How to avoid sore eyes (conjunctivitis)

Learn more about rabies

What is SPF, and what do the SPF numbers signify?

What is the heat index, and how can you lower yours?

What is heat exhaustion and heat stroke?

INFOGRAPHIC: Protect yourself from heat stroke

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