The organization explained how to avoid contagion of this disease that develops with high temperatures.
He Comprehensive Medical Care Program (PAMI) It is constantly updated and expanded so that retirees within the system receive much more complete care based on their needs. In this sense, they launched an important prevention campaign against dengue.
As part of the new operation, they announced a awareness program before the very hot days begin so that retirees are careful and take the necessary precautions against this disease and thus avoid contagion or, at least, know identify it in time.
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New PAMI campaign against dengue
This new benefit that confirmed PAMI, and has available on its website, seeks to address the problem that arises from the presence of the dengue through vital information on reproduction, biting and general issues of the Aedes aegypti. In this way it is sought that retired and pensioners help combat the problem. They mention how to prevent dengue bite:
- Use repellents and follow the recommendations on the packaging.
- Wear light clothing that covers your arms and legs, especially during outdoor activities.
- Place mosquito nets on doors and windows.
- Protect cribs and strollers with mosquito nets.
- Use environmental repellents such as tablets (inside) and spirals (outside).
In addition, and as an extra prevention method, they also inform about the possible nests of this mosquito and what measures to take to prevent its spread:
- Throw away unused containers that can accumulate water.
- Empty and brush objects that accumulate water, such as air conditioning manifolds.
- Keep yards and gardens clean, tidy and weeded.
- Renew the water in animal drinkers every three days.
- Clean gutters and rain drains.
- Cover and turn frequently used containers containing water.
- Fill vases and pot holders with moist sand.
Symptoms of dengue
Lastly, and as a final measure of awareness among retirees, PAMI clarifies which are the most common symptoms when contracting dengue, and they advise go urgently to a health center If you have any of these:
- Headache and pain behind the eyes
- Muscle and/or joint pain
- Nausea and/or vomiting
- Intense fatigue or general malaise
- Appearance of red spots on the skin
- Itch
- Nose and/or gum bleeding
Source: Ambito
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