Concerns Over Waterborne Infections Due to Heavy Rainfall and Water Supply Disruptions
Uljugun Health Center Implements Emergency Summer Quarantine System
On July 22, the health center stated, "Various infectious diseases such as enteric infections, hepatitis A, and typhoid fever can spread through sewer pipes in flooded areas, contaminated groundwater, river water, and stored tap water during the rainy season," and emphasized the need for special attention to hygiene management.
Waterborne and foodborne infectious diseases occur when pathogenic microorganisms such as bacteria and viruses enter the human body through contaminated water and food. They mainly cause symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, vomiting, and nausea, and pose a significant risk of large-scale outbreaks during the summer.
To prevent these diseases, Uljugun Health Center is fully operating an "emergency summer quarantine system." Through continuous monitoring, the center is working to detect infectious diseases early and prevent their spread, while also strengthening hygiene guidelines and surveillance activities for residents.
The health center recommends the following prevention rules: ▲Make it a habit to wash hands for at least 30 seconds after going outside, before meals, and after using the restroom ▲Drink only boiled water or safely packaged bottled water ▲Dispose of or thoroughly clean containers of food suspected to be contaminated ▲Consume food only after it has been thoroughly heated ▲Eat cooked food as soon as possible ▲Do not prepare food if you have diarrhea or hand wounds ▲Seek medical attention immediately if you have a fever or diarrhea ▲Report immediately to the health center if you observe symptoms of group infection.
A health center official stated, "As the risk of flood damage is increasing due to climate change, personal hygiene is more important than ever," and stressed, "If you have any suspicious symptoms, please report them to the health center without delay."
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