Illnesses and Diseases During Winter, Snowy Season. Winter lasts from the winter solstice (Dec 21/22) until the spring equinox, with January being the coldest month while snowfall can occur as early as October and as late as May. However, the most consistent snow falls between Nov 15 and Apr 15. Highest probability for significant accumulation of snow occurring from late January through February and early March.
Technically they are different.
But are you aware that during these seasons, your kid’s immune system gets weak?
Several biological, environmental, and behavioral factors combine to make it less effective at fighting infections, particularly in the nose and throat. But it is not necessarily weak immune system it so happened that winter and snow are reducing the body’s ability to defend itself…
Illnesses and Diseases During Winter Snowy Season
Are you curious about what are the diseases and illnesses during these seasons?
Respiratory Infections (colds, flu, RSV, Bronchitis/Sinusitis) and other winter illness such as stomach Flu (Viral Gastroenteritis), Strep Throat, Ear Infections (Otitis Media), are some of the problems your children, teens, adults, and even seniors may get during cold seasons. Again, either during winter or snowy season or cold days.
TIPS AND WARNINGS:
- Never underestimate winter and snow season. Get flu shots and other vaccination or immunizations before these seasons come.
- Prevention is better than cure so stay hydrated, eat healthy foods, sleep, exercise, and regular checkups with your doctor.
- Stay informed or updated about the weather.
- Go to any urgent care near you for guidance, tests, and treatment if necessary.
- Hypothermia, frostbite, trench foot, or chilblains, happen when the body becomes too cold. Be careful.