WATER POLLUTION

Water is the basic need for living. But these days water gets polluted in many ways. Some of the main reasons are listed below. The industrial wastes are directed in to the rivers. Since rivers are the main source of drinking water, it becomes unsafe for the drinking purpose. Water pollution leads to many dangerous diseases like malaria, cholera, etc. also common flu, swine flu and other primary diseases. During the rainy season, there is a more chance for the water pollution. So, the doctors advise to use boiled water the drinking purpose. Because in this process of boiling, the germs and bacteria present in the water gets killed. This makes water good for the drinking purpose. Also the local municipals are taking the preventive measures by adding chlorine to the drinking water, before supplying the water for the public. This process of killing the bacteria present in the water to make fit for the domestic use is called as chlorination. Major institutions like schools, colleges, hospitals, etc. will be using water purifiers for purifying the water. Because of water pollution the aquatic life gets affected. The water living creatures like fishes, tortoises, dolphins, etc. gets affected by the water pollution. If this continues the probability of existence of these sea mammals and creatures becomes zero.

PREVENTIVE MEASURES FOR SWINE FLU

Swine flu is like an ordinary viral fever. But it’s the media which created the fear in the minds of people. It was first originated from American countries. It is caused by H1N1 virus. Some of the preventive measures are pointed here. Keep your-self away from the swine flu patients. Swine flu patients should use separate towels, soaps, etc. since this can be spread from one person to the other. Use boiled water for drinking. Keep your surroundings and environment clean. Don’t spit anywhere in the public places. Actually there was a rumor that the American government was responsible for such a panic among people for this flu. Since this flu was originated there the American government asked to produce more vaccine for this flu. Since that private company has produced more vaccine than needed, it asked for the solution from the government. So, the government decided to spread the fear of the disease world-wide. They were successful in their attempt. Also, it is clear that not all can be affected by this disease. Only those who have less immunity to diseases will be easily attacked by this flu. So, just be cool and make your mind free about the disease.

AIR POLLUTION

Air pollution is nothing but the situation where air becomes unsafe for breathing purpose. We all know that air is the most essential need for living. So this air should be free from pollution for healthy living. Air pollution is due to the mixing of toxic gases with the environment. Some of the sources of noise pollution are gases emitted from industries, emission of toxic gases from automobiles, A/C and refrigerators. It’s our duty to keep our environment clean. Some of the effective measures to prevent air pollution are avoid using automobiles for small distances, use A/C and refrigerators whenever it is necessary. The industrial waste gases should be purified and then exposed to the atmosphere. Also we should plant more trees in and around the town. As a result oxygen present in the atmosphere increases. Also it decreases the CO₂ present in the atmosphere. Deforestation is one of the main causes for air pollution. So the government should take care of the forest from being degraded by the humans for their own needs. Air pollution leads to asthma, lung cancer and other respiratory diseases. To keep your-self protected use mask while driving in the crowded and traffic areas. Use unadulterated petrol and diesel for the vehicles.

THERMOMETER

Thermometer is measuring device which is used to measure the temperature. There are different types of thermometers used in the world. Normally, we have seen the use of them in hospitals. Doctors use them to measure the temperature range, when we have common flu. It is marked with a set of temperature of readings. It has mercury content in it. The mercury level raises and lowers depending on our body temperature. We can measure the body temperature by keeping the thermometer in our mouth. It should be kept in the mouth for a couple of minutes. The mercury level rises and depending on the temperature marked by the thermometer, doctor will prescribe you the medicines. This is the use of mercury thermometer. Alcohol thermometer is the other commonly used thermometer. It generally makes use of ethanol as a measuring liquid. The maximum temperature it can measure is only about 80 degrees. So, it has only very limited applications. It is commonly used in weather stations to record the maximum temperature of the day. Rarely, it is used in hospitals. There are also other uses with these thermometers. Keep these thermometers in a cool place. This is because mercury becomes unstable when exposed to warm conditions.

TUBERCULOSIS

Tuberculosis commonly known as TB is a transmittable disease. It usually affects the lungs. It is a bacterial disease caused by mycobacterium bacillus. The common symptoms are excessive cough, night sweet, sudden weight loss, etc. It is transmitted by droplets, when the patient coughs, sneezes, spit in the public places. The precautionary step is to keep ourselves away from them. Use masks while having conversations with them. Always take care of yourselves. Take medicines whenever you feel uncomfortable with your health. Before 20 years TB is considered as a dangerous disease. But now after the invention of vaccines it is like a normal flu. The patients should be given proper medical care. People having TB should drink only hot water. They should avoid using cold items like ice cream which may cause ordinary flu. This further leads to TB. Also have healthy food which gives resistance against other diseases. Fruits like apple, pomegranate, grapes, provides you the necessary energy for the day to day life. Please avoid junk foods that are prepared in the road side shops. Always do soap wash, when you return home finishing your daily activities. This helps to keep the germs away from you. Keep the environment clean to have a healthy life.

BRAIN TUMOR

Brain tumor is the deadliest disease. It is due to the growth of the extra cells in the brain. The main cause is the clotting of blood in the veins that takes blood to the brain cells. This is because of the rapid increase in the fat content of the body. Due to which the additional fat present in the body gets deposited in the blood vessels and veins. This reduces the blood transportation process. As a result many problems like brain tumor, heart attack have the possibility to occur. Some other symptoms are severe head ache, vision loss. It’s their own task to take care of their health. We can get away from these epidemics by avoiding junk foods. They are unhygienic and also cause many side effects. Modern technology made easier the treatment of this deadliest disease. There are many surgery treatments available for this disease. Depending upon the grade of tumor different treatment can be carried out. Radiotherapy, chemotherapy are the additional treatments available. Once the tumor is found it can be treated in an effective manner. So, the patients need not worry about the disease. So have a healthy diet and keep yourself away from brain tumors.