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How to Avoid Spread of Flood Water Borne Diseases?


How to avoid spread of Flood Water Borne Diseases?

  • Don't drink, swim, bathe or play in floodwaters.
  • Wash hands thoroughly after exposure to flood waters.
  • Keep children away from floodwater.
  • Don't expose your wounds to the contaminated water.

Formulation of Oral rehydration solution recommended by the WHO:

  • Sodium chloride - 3.5g
  • Potassium chloride - 1.5 g
  • Sodium citrate - 2.9g
  • Glucose - 20.0 g

To be dissolved in 1 liter of clean drinking water.

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