Do you feel cold when you go out in the morning of these few days? Affected by the cold air, temperatures in various parts of Guangdong have dropped significantly. Yesterday morning, half of the cities and counties in Guangdong witnessed their lowest temperature during the second half of 2020. Zhuhai and Shenzhen successively announced the beginning of autumn on November 27. And Guangzhou has also announced as early as October 18. (Note: The average daily temperature below 22℃ for 5 consecutive days means that the region has entered autumn.)

According to Guangdong Weather, there will be a new wave of cold air affecting Guangdong from north to south on December 3rd. The lowest temperature will appear on the morning of December 5th.

Cold weather is more likely to cause frequent respiratory diseases. The situation in 2020 will be harder than ever due to the outbreak of COVID-19. Therefore, the correct identification and timely treatment of respiratory diseases, including cold, flu, and COVID-19, can better protect the health of us and our families.

·How to tell if you have a fever?

The body temperature exceeds 37.3℃ in a calm state.

Note: to obtain correct temperature measurement, please avoid strenuous exercise, eating, drinking cold or hot water also, don’t use cold or hot compresses 20-30 minutes before the measurement.

·What if you have a headache, runny nose, cough, or sore throat?

If your body temperature is less than 38℃, please quarantine yourself at home and report according to local regulations.

If your body temperature exceeds 38℃, please go to the fever clinic.

·How to prevent influenza?

1.Vaccination

Influenza vaccination is the most effective way to prevent influenza.

2.Maintain good personal hygiene

a.Wash hands frequently.

b.Wear a mask. Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when sneezing or coughing.

c.Try to avoid crowded and polluted places during the cold and flu season.

d.Open windows for ventilation several times a day to keep the indoor air fresh.

Author| Ariel

Editor| Will, Jerry