In the Philippines, sudden weather changes are quite common. You can deal with scorching heat one minute, and scramble for shade the next because of a sudden downpour. The reality though, it’s not enough to just have a fan or umbrella on-hand in case of sudden weather changes. it is important that your body is ready for these too.
It’s mainly because weather shifts can come with a high risk for illness. It’s common for some people to feel unwell when they get rained on, or suddenly go to humid places after staying in cold areas.
The weather per se is not exactly what causes you to feel sick, but rather the resulting environment that arises and allows disease-causing germs and viruses to thrive. Check out this quick read to know how these changes can affect your health and make you more prone to illnesses.
3 Reasons Why You Feel Under the Weather
Your immune system takes a hit when sudden weather and temperature changes occur, and this is probably why you struggle with coughs, headaches, or colds. Take note of these factors that can make your immune system more prone to either of these symptoms:
- Dry air: Health experts have noted that a lot of viruses thrive in dry air, especially when the temperature drops. This can make your body more prone to symptoms of illness.
Furthermore, when you inhale, dry air can cause blood vessels in the upper respiratory tract to narrow in order to preserve heat. This makes it difficult for your white blood cells to reach the mucous membrane and combat disease-causing germs, paving the way for higher disease risk. - Cold temperatures and high humidity: In the Philippines, even if temperatures drop, it is still very humid. This is a double whammy for your immune system. When you release particles with viruses and germs into the air when you cough or sneeze, the cold air breaks these down, resulting in quicker spread in the air. These particles also stay longer in humid conditions (like in the Philippines), putting people at risk for inhaling them.
- Close proximity of people: During sudden torrential downpours, it is common for people to seek refuge in a covered space first, such as a waiting shed or a closed door establishment like restaurants or malls.
However, it is inevitable that people will stay close or group together in these places. As a result, the viruses and bacteria that may cause diseases can spread faster from one person to another.
Seeing Signs of Cough, Colds, and Headaches? Target These ASAP
When you are feeling under the weather because of coughs, colds, and headaches, don’t hesitate to reach for Dextromethorphan HBr Phenylpropanolamine HCl Paracetamol Tuseran® Forte.
This medicine has a multi-stopping formula that combines clinically-proven ingredients that stop cough, colds, headache and other accompanying ailments:
- Dextromethorphan HBr: This is an antitussive responsible for stopping cough.
- Phenylpropanolamine HCl: A known decongestant, this can help you breathe easier as it frees up clogged nasal passages and sinuses and alleviates postnasal drip.
- Paracetamol: It aids with relieving pain and fever symptoms, such as a headache.
Rain or shine, be ready for coughs, headaches, or colds with Phenylpropanolamine HCl Paracetamol Tuseran® Forte. To know more about the other benefits, as well as the ideal dosage of Tuseran® Forte, check out this webpage today.
If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.
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References:
https://www.cdc.gov/features/rhinoviruses/index.html
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/can-weather-change-make-you-sick/
https://www.mountelizabeth.com.sg/healthplus/article/weather-changes-cold-vs-flu
https://www.piedmont.org/living-better/can-a-sudden-change-in-the-weather-affect-your-health https://www.healthline.com/health-news/can-a-sudden-drop-in-temperature-make-you-sick
https://www.gohealthuc.com/library/5-ways-prevent-getting-sick-weather-transitions
