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Santo Domingo.- As Tropical Storm Melissa continues to threaten the country, the Ministry of Public Health has urged the population to take strict preventive measures to avoid outbreaks of respiratory, diarrheal, and vector-borne diseases, which often rise during periods of heavy rain and flooding.
The ministry warned that the storm’s rainfall could lead to water accumulation and river overflows, creating conditions favorable for diseases such as influenza, dengue, leptospirosis, and acute diarrheal infections. “Every family can do a lot to protect their health during this time. Keeping water clean, covering food, and maintaining good personal hygiene are simple but decisive actions,” the institution stated.
Among the key recommendations are purifying water by adding five drops of chlorine per gallon or boiling it before consumption, washing fruits, vegetables, and kitchen utensils thoroughly, avoiding contact with stagnant water or bathing in the rain, and washing hands frequently with soap and water, especially before handling food.
