Dr. Adedolapo Fasawe, the Mandate Secretary for Health Services and Environment in the Federal Capital Territory, urged caregivers and mothers to take extra precautions during the rainy season to protect the elderly and children from diseases. She highlighted the need for rain gear like raincoats, waterproof shoes, and umbrellas, and stressed maintaining a clean environment to prevent mosquito breeding and reduce malaria risk. Fasawe also advised boiling drinking water, cooking food properly, and washing fruits and vegetables to avoid waterborne diseases like cholera and typhoid. She emphasized the importance of preventive measures over self-medication and noted government efforts to protect vulnerable groups through insurance schemes and health campaigns.
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