| Republic of the Philippines
Province of Pangasinan MUNICIPALITY OF CALASIAO MUNICIPAL HEALTH OFFICE |
| HEALTH ADVISORY DURING RAINY SEASON |
| CHOLERA
Cause: Vibrio Cholerae bacteria Mode of Transmission: eating of contaminated food or drinking of contaminated water Signs and Symptoms: - sudden onset of frequent watery stools - vomiting - rapid dehydration e.g. sunken eyeballs/fontanelles, wrinkled and dryness of the skin Immediate Treatment: - replace lost body fluid by giving Oral Rehydration Solution (ORESOL) or a homemade solution composed of 1 tsp. of salt and 4 tsps. of sugar mix to 1 liter of clean water * if diarrhea persists, bring patient to the nearest hospital. Preventive and Control Measures: - Drink only potable water. If unsure, bring into boil and let it remain boiling for 5 minutes - Keep food away from insects and rats by covering it - Wash and cook food properly - Every household should have a sanitary toilet - Use toilet properly and keep it clean - Wash hands with soap after using toilet and before eating TYPHOID FEVER Cause: Salmonella Typhi Bacteria Mode of Transmission: ingestion of contaminated food and water Signs and Symptoms: - sustained high fever - headache - weakness) - loss of appetite - diarrhea or constipation Preventive and Control Measures - Avoid eating unsanitary foods - Boil drinking water of doubtful source, let it remain boiling for 2 minutes - Cook food well and always cover cooked food to prevent flies from contaminating them - Wash thoroughly all vegetables and fruits that are eaten raw - Wash hands with soap after using toilet and before eating - Keep surroundings clean to prevent breeding of flies - Bring suspected cases immediately to the nearest hospital |