How to Prevent Pneumonia

How to Prevent Pneumonia

How to Prevent PneumoniaPneumonia is inflammation that occurs in the lungs caused by infection. This infectious disease can cause mild to severe symptoms and can cause the air sacs in the lungs (alveoli) to become inflamed and swollen. This disease, which is better known as wet lung, is caused by the condition of the lungs becoming inflamed and swollen and filled with fluid or mucus so that the sufferer finds it difficult to breathe.

As the saying goes, “prevention is better than cure”. Therefore, pay attention to several steps to prevent pneumonia so that you are better protected from the dangers of this disease:

1. Adult vaccination

Until now, vaccines are still considered to be an effective way to prevent lung infections. In general, there are vaccines specifically given for pneumonia and there are also vaccines given to ward off flu, because infections usually occur after someone has had the flu. Consult a doctor to find out which vaccination is most appropriate.

2. Child vaccination

Vaccines are also effective in preventing children from being infected with pneumonia. Vaccines given to children differ according to their age. Give vaccinations to prevent children from being infected with pneumonia, because this disease is quite dangerous if it occurs in children.

3. Get used to a healthy lifestyle

Having a healthy lifestyle is certainly very good for maintaining overall body health. The body will have a strong immune system and be able to fight various foreign substances that enter the body if you always eat healthy foods and exercise regularly.

4. Maintain cleanliness

Maintaining personal, family and environmental hygiene can reduce the risk of being infected with pneumonia, this is because pneumonia is an infectious disease. Maintain personal hygiene by washing your hands regularly with soap and running water to remove bacteria and viruses on the surface of the skin. Also clean the environment and residence regularly to support this preventive measure.

5. Avoid smoking

Cigarettes contain many dangerous substances. Just imagine, how many dangerous substances enter the lungs with every inhalation. Therefore, avoid smoking because it can cause the respiratory tract, including the lungs, to become infected.

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