Introduction
We all know how important it is to stay away from street diseases. However, many people are not aware of the most common ones. In this article, we will discuss six common street diseases that can be easily transmitted to kids:
Common Cold
The common cold is the most common human illness, accounting for nearly one-third of all illnesses. The virus that causes it is highly contagious and easily transmitted by coughing or sneezing.
Symptoms include runny nose, sore throat, sneezing, coughing and headaches. You can treat your symptoms with rest, plenty of fluids and over-the-counter medicines such as ibuprofen (Advil) or acetaminophen (Tylenol). If you have a fever higher than 102 degrees Fahrenheit or severe aches that don’t respond to over-the-counter drugs in three days time, seek medical attention immediately because these symptoms could indicate a more serious condition like pneumonia.
Typhoid
Typhoid is an infection caused by a bacteria called Salmonella typhi. It spreads through contaminated food or water, and can cause fever, headache, loss of appetite, abdominal pain and rash. The vaccine can be given to kids as young as six months old — it’s important to get vaccinated if you’re travelling to an area where typhoid is common.
Malaria
Malaria is a mosquito-borne disease caused by parasites that are spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. The most common symptom of malaria is fever, and flu-like symptoms may also occur. Severe malaria can lead to coma, brain damage and death.
Although there are medicines that can prevent or treat malaria, many people do not have access to these drugs – more than 40% of the world’s population lives in areas where malaria transmission occurs. Malaria is responsible for more than 450 000 deaths each year worldwide – most of them children under five years old in Africa – and about 90% of these deaths occur in sub-Saharan Africa
Dysentery
Dysentery is a common disease in the tropics and subtropics. It is caused by bacteria that live in the intestines of humans and animals. It can be transmitted through contaminated food or water, or by touching infected objects and then putting your hands in your mouth.
Symptoms include diarrhoea, abdominal pain and fever, which may come on suddenly or gradually over several days. The diarrhoea will usually clear up after a few days without treatment but severe dehydration may require treatment with rehydration solutions such as ORS (oral rehydration salts). Other conditions like typhoid fever can also cause similar symptoms to dysentery so it’s important to seek medical advice if you suspect you have it
Chickenpox
Chickenpox is a highly contagious disease that causes a skin rash and fever. The varicella zoster virus is the cause of this virus, which spreads through coughing and sneezing. It can also be spread by touching surfaces contaminated with the virus.
Chickenpox is most dangerous to those who have never had it before or have not had it in more than 15 years, as they are more susceptible to severe complications such as pneumonia, encephalitis (infection of the brain) and even death.
If you believe that you have been exposed to chickenpox at work or school, see your doctor right away for treatment: antiviral medication may reduce your risk for catching this disease.
Measles
- Measles is a highly contagious disease caused by a virus. It’s spread through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes.
- Symptoms include fever, cough, runny nose and watery eyes. If you get measles, call your doctor immediately so they can test you for it and treat you if necessary.
Street diseases can be easily transmitted to kids.
Children are more vulnerable to street diseases, which can be easily transmitted through the air or contact with other people. Kids are more likely to get sick than adults and often spend a lot of time with their peers at school or in sports teams. Because children are so social and may also have weaker immune systems, they’re more likely to spread disease around too. The best way to protect your child from getting sick is by taking precautions when you’re out in public: always wash your hands after touching any public surfaces, don’t share food or drinks with anyone you don’t know well (and even then, maybe don’t), and stay away from homeless people who look sick—or even just smell bad!
Conclusion
If you know the signs of these common street diseases, it can help you stay safe and healthy. The key is to be aware of them so that one doesn’t become infected. You should also take extra care when traveling abroad or visiting cities where there are large numbers of people who have recently come from rural areas where many infections like malaria still exist.