The recommendations provide for the choice of clothes and repellents, as well as adaptations in the environment
With the arrival of carnivalMany families enjoy free days to travel. The increase in cases of dellueHowever, it generates a warning and experts recommend travelers to double their attention by choosing accommodation and adopting preventive measures to enjoy the stalking in a safer way.
Anyone who will rent a house or farm, for example, should check if there are points of water accumulation in pots of plants, tires and gutters and wonders if the water tank is adequately covered. It is also indicated to observe if there are accumulated waste or areas with high vegetation. These places can serve as a refuge for the Aedes AegyptiMosquito transmitter of the Dengue virus.
“If the property does not have protective screens on the windows and doors, it may be interesting to use the outlet repellents during the stay. If there are questions about the presence of the mosquito in the region, it is worth consulting local health agencies, which can provide further risk information in the area”, says Filipe Padarelli, infectiousologist of the German hospital Ospaldo Cruz.
What cannot be missing in the suitcase?
The main recommendation of experts are the corps repellents. Second passlarelli, the National Health Surveillance Agency (Anvisa) It recommends containing at least one of the following substances: deet, Icaridine or Ir3535. They are the most effective in the fight against mosquitoes.
“The repellents are very important. People go to coastal cities that often have areas of forests and waters pollution and in the end can expose themselves to reproduction land. The repellent protects from it,” says Paulo Abres, president of the Paulista Society of Infectousology (SPI).
“The repellent is also a good option for those who do not want to cover all the clothes, for those who go to hottest places, such as beaches or for blocks and want to be beautiful for parties,” he adds.
Second passlarelli, The duration of the repellent protection depends on the active substance and the concentration of the product. Those who have deet guarantee protection for a period between 2 and 8 hours, depending on the concentration. Those containing Icaridine (20-25%) can last from 6 to 10 hours, while the IR3535 offer about 4 hours of protection.
“However, factors such as excessive sweat, contact with water or prolonged exposure to the sun can reduce its effectiveness, making a more frequent reaction necessary. For safe and effective use, it is always recommended to follow the guidelines of the label and, in case of doubt, look for a guide from a professional”, he says.
Are there restrictions?
Yes. “For children less than six months, the use of chemical repellents is not recommended and the protection must be performed with clothes, mosquitoes and suitable protective screens”, explains Passarelli.
Among the children from six months to two years, the Ir3535 repellents are the most suitable, according to Anvisa. “From the age of two, products with deet in concentration up to 10% can be used (with a maximum of three daily applications) and Icaridine up to 25% can be used, always respecting the re -applying frequency by the manufacturer,” says the doctor.
“The repellent must not be applied to the hands of children to avoid contact with the eyes and mouth. To ensure safer use, it is recommended to consult a pediatrician before applying any product to young children,” he adds.
Other recommendations
Another recommendation is the use of mosquitoes, especially in the cribs. “It is one of the effective possibilities to prevent the mosquito from choosing the child. It is also suitable for malaria, it is an important product,” says Abram.
Also make repellents can help, but the effectiveness depends on the size of the environment and the producer recommendations. In general, it is recommended to use a room per room in small and medium spaces. In larger environments, it may be necessary to use more than equipment.
“It is important to verify that there is an intense ventilation on site as this can reduce the effectiveness of the repellent. People with allergies or breathing problems should be careful when using these products and, if necessary, look for a health professional to evaluate the best form of protection”, warns Passalarelli.
“Long sleeves and long trousers are also indicated, especially at sunset and dawn, when the mosquito has greater activity,” says Oswaldo Cruz Doctor. “Light clothes are recommended because they make it easy to view the mosquito and absorb less heat, but in themselves they are not a sufficient protection factor against the dense.”
Experts still suggest:
- Install screens on doors and windows to prevent the mosquito entrance;
- Use air conditioning and fans to make it difficult to move insects to closed environments;
- Apply larvicides and insecticides following the guidelines of the authorities, especially in places with children or allergic people;
- Have visits from health agents to identify focus and receive a guide.
And the vaccine? Is there still time?
THE Vaccine available in the countryQDENGA, has a two -dose scheme, with a three -month interval with each other. “For those who want to travel to the Carnival, it is important to know that the vaccine does not offer immediate protection, since the most significant immune response occurs about 30 days after the first dose and complete immunization is reached only after the second application”, explains Passalarelli.
“Those who can be vaccinated should take into consideration the idea of ​​starting the scheme to ensure protection in the future. However, for the carnival period, the best alternative continues to intensify preventive measures, such as the use of repellents, long -sleeved clothes and the elimination of reproduction goods from the transmitter’s Mosquito”, he adds.
In the long term, Abram underlines, the vaccines remain the most effective protection tool.
What to do in case of symptoms?
The President of the SPI underlines that, when symptoms of Dengue are presented, it is important to seek care as soon as possible. “When you are looking for help at the beginning, you can establish measures that prevent the worsening of the disease. This is what we call secondary prevention when the person falls ill, but we try to avoid worsening.”
The most frequent symptoms are:
- Sudden high fever;
- Intense headache;
- Pain behind the eyes;
- Pain in the muscles and joints;
- General fatigue and malaise;
- Nausea and vomiting;
- Rash.
Source: Terra
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