World Pneumonia Day

Every year on November 12, World Pneumonia Day is celebrated Pneumonia, according to WHO, is one of the ten most common causes of death among adults For children under 5 years of age, pneumonia is the most common cause of death Blue jeans were chosen as the symbol of the event The color blue symbolizes purity and hope that through common efforts we will be able to reduce the death rate from pneumonia in the world You can reduce the risk of inflammation through good nutrition, strengthening your immune system, and leading a healthy lifestyle The main pathogens are: various staphylococcus, pneumococcus, life-threatening Haemophilus influenzae, as well as atypical viruses They lead to inflammation of the tissues of the upper respiratory tract, and also create favorable conditions for the proliferation of bacterial infections Prevention of this disease is very important in the fight against the disease It is worth remembering about preventive measures not only on November 12, but also on any day of the year The risks of the disease can be reduced by vaccination, good nutrition, high physical activity, and compliance with the simplest rules of personal hygiene Frequent ventilation of rooms, frequent hand washing with soap, wet cleaning in the house - these simple preventive measures will help reduce the risk of pneumonia and other respiratory diseases On November 12, it is worth remembering the dangers of tobacco addiction - addiction to cigarettes leads to a decrease in immunity and the appearance of vulnerability of the lungs and bronchi Nicotine and tar reduce the natural resistance of the bronchi and lungs to respiratory diseases Therefore, on November 12, you should think about quitting smoking - this step will increase resistance not only to pneumonia, but also to a number of other diseases A healthy lifestyle should become the norm, which will protect the body from illness On November 12, doctors and volunteers carry out preventive work with the population The events are aimed at raising awareness about the dangers of pneumonia, high risks of infection during the coronavirus pandemic, and the impact of a healthy lifestyle on immunity If you are concerned about the problem, then you should not only learn more about this dangerous disease, but also tell your children and friends about the disease A more responsible step is to join the ranks of volunteers who conduct educational work and enroll in the ranks of volunteers who are actively helping doctors cope with the consequences of the massive spread of a dangerous disease