SAEDNEWS: As Healthcare Centers Face a Surge in Respiratory Patients This Fall and Winter, a Few Simple Home Tips Can Play a Key Role in Treating COVID-19 and Influenza
According to the Science and Technology Service of Saed News, with the approach of autumn, dropping temperatures, and widespread use of cooling and heating devices, the incidence of viral illnesses—including colds, influenza, and COVID-19—is on the rise. The Ministry of Health has reported that COVID-19 remains at the top of viral disease outbreaks.
Sore throat, dry cough, runny nose, headache, fatigue, and body aches are among the symptoms of COVID-19. Due to the strong similarity to influenza, distinguishing between the two can be challenging for doctors. The head of the Virology Research Center notes that laboratory diagnostic tests are expensive, placing a financial burden on patients. Therefore, physicians often rely on clinical symptoms to diagnose the disease and prescribe medication.
Experts say that in mild cases, rest at home combined with proper hygiene can accelerate recovery. Inhaling steam to relieve nasal congestion, gargling with salt water to soothe a sore throat, consuming chicken soup and warm liquids to stay hydrated, getting adequate sleep to boost immunity, and drinking natural fruit juices rich in vitamin C—such as orange and lemon juice—are all effective home remedies for treating seasonal viral infections.
Specialists recommend that to prevent COVID-19 and influenza, people should wear standard masks in crowded public spaces, practice social distancing—especially in public transportation—receive booster doses of the COVID-19 and influenza vaccines to maintain immunity, wash hands frequently, and stay home if suspicious symptoms appear.
With the rise in COVID-19 and other seasonal viruses, health experts emphasize that prevention is more effective than treatment. Following these simple recommendations can help prevent new waves of illness in the country.
