Should you P3K's in Box

DEALING WITH rainy weather like this, you certainly need health coverage that is not easy to catch a cold. For that, you need to have the medical equipment to handle the flu can come on suddenly.

You may have to re-check the medicine cabinet to help pass the extreme weather and the flu. Equipment such as febrifuge, thermometers, and other equipment must be alerted, so that you can properly handles the flu. Here are some of the supplies that you need, as reported everydayhealth.


Drug fever

Cold and flu symptoms, including fever, chills, sore throat, headache, and body aches often experienced during the rainy season. You have to distinguish fever medicine for adults, children, infants, and young children (if a member of your family is comprised of such persons). This was done to avoid dangerous conditions in delivering drugs, especially in infants, toddlers and children.

Thermometer

Thermometers are needed when the body condition of having the flu. At least you should have two digital thermometers, not just one. This is because if you have a baby under three months, their body temperature should be measured on the rectum. After three months, you can measure temperature orally. Remember to wash the thermometer in warm soapy water and rinse with cold water before using. Remember, for the fever disappeared and then came back, it could mean that a cold or the flu has turned into a bacterial infection.

Tissue or clean cloth

Runny nose, sneezing, and coughing are symptoms of colds and flu primary way to spread germs around the house. Always cover your mouth and nose when coughing. If a tissue is not handy, you can use the elbow, not the hand. Remember to keep washing your hands with soap and water after using the wipes.


Hand sanitizer

Flu viruses are often spread from the hands to the face. Wash your hands with soap and water, especially after sneezing or blowing your nose. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also a good tool in the P3K you. Use hand sanitizer if you can not wash immediately and avoid touching your face with your hands. A good hand sanitizer at least 60 percent alcohol.


Sources: health.okezone.com