Summer Colds and Viruses: Why People Get Sick in the Heat and How to Prevent It.

Summer is not only a time for sunshine and warmth but also a season when unpleasant symptoms typically associated with the cold season can occur. People start to feel weakness, cough, fever, and digestive problems even in the height of summer.

Why People Get Sick in Summer

Many respiratory viruses indeed become more active in winter. However, this is not the only factor. People's behavior plays an important role as well. On hot days, more time is spent outdoors, where viruses spread less. However, when it gets too hot, many people move into air-conditioned indoor spaces where the risk of infection increases.

'I grew up on the East Coast where everyone gets sick in winter. But in Arizona, many get sick in summer because they are constantly in enclosed spaces'

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the rate of flu and RSV infections currently remains low. However, COVID-19 cases are increasing again in many regions.

Doctors also note the spread of the 'hand-foot-mouth' virus, which is accompanied by cold-like symptoms and rashes, as well as norovirus, which causes 'stomach flu'.

Experts urge to follow preventive measures in any season, including:

• frequent hand washing,
• avoiding crowded places,
• using masks when necessary,
• spending time outdoors,
• isolation upon symptom appearance.

'The same things that help prevent flu, colds, and COVID-19 in winter work in summer' — emphasize the CDC.

Recall that we previously shared information about habits that contribute to longevity, even for people with chronic illnesses.

During the summer, many people face illnesses that are more commonly associated with the winter season. Behavior and environmental conditions play an important role in the spread of infections, so it is vital to adhere to preventive measures at any time of the year. Remember all necessary safety measures to protect yourself and those around you from diseases. Doctors emphasize that we can act against viruses if we are cautious and respond in a timely manner to the emergence of symptoms.