[Health Science] During the peak season of influenza virus, how to keep children away from the clutches of "cold"? ——A must-read guide for parents

As the weather gets colder, the flu virus enters its peak season. Children are more likely to become the "target" of the flu virus because of their relatively weak immunity. As parents, how can we help our children escape the "cold" dilemma and spend a healthy and happy winter? This article will provide you with a series of practical strategies to help your children stay away from the invasion of the flu virus.

1. Understanding influenza viruses and scientific prevention are the key

1. What is the influenza virus?

Influenza virus is an RNA virus that is mainly transmitted through the air and causes influenza after infecting the human body. Influenza is different from the common cold, with more severe symptoms and a higher risk of complications.

2. What are the characteristics of the peak influenza virus period?

The peak period for influenza viruses is usually from November to March of the following year, when the temperature is low and the air is dry, which is conducive to the spread of the virus.

2. How to keep children away from influenza virus?

1. Pay attention to personal hygiene

Let children develop good hygiene habits such as washing hands frequently, wearing masks, not rubbing eyes, and not picking noses, which can effectively reduce the spread of the virus.

2. Enhance immunity

(1) Reasonable diet: Ensure that children have adequate nutrition and eat more fresh vegetables and fruits to improve their body resistance.

(2) Moderate exercise: Let your child maintain proper exercise every day to strengthen their physical fitness and improve their immunity.

(3) Adequate sleep: Ensuring that children get enough sleep every day is beneficial to physical recovery and enhancing immunity.

3. Avoid contact with sources of infection

During the peak season of influenza, try to avoid taking your children to crowded places, such as shopping malls, cinemas, etc. If someone in your family is infected with influenza, pay attention to isolation to avoid cross infection.

4. Get a flu shot

Flu vaccine is an effective means of preventing influenza. Parents can take their children to the local health department to get the flu vaccine.

3. How to deal with children infected with the influenza virus?

1. Seek medical attention promptly: If your child shows flu symptoms, such as fever, cough, sore throat, etc., seek medical attention promptly.

2. Rest: Let your child get enough rest, which is beneficial to physical recovery.

3. Keep the indoor air circulating: Keeping the indoor air fresh can help alleviate symptoms.

4. Pay attention to diet: provide children with easily digestible food, such as porridge, noodles, etc., and avoid greasy and spicy food.

In short, during the peak season of influenza virus, parents should pay great attention to their children's health and take a series of measures to prevent influenza. Only by doing a good job of prevention can children stay away from the clutches of "cold" and spend a happy winter. I hope this article can provide you with useful help. Let us escort the healthy growth of children together!