Electric Fan, Air Conditioner: Bad Effects Of Overexposure This Summer

Bad Effects of Overexposure to Electric Fan, Air Conditioner This Summer

ELECTRIC FAN – Here are the bad effects of overexposure to the electric fan and air conditioner this dry season.

In a previous article, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services (PAGASA) officially declared the start of the dry season last March 22.

“With this development, the day-to-day weather across the country will gradually become warmer, though isolated thunderstorms are also likely to occur,” said the agency.

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It is the time where we take out our fans, turn-on our electric fans and air-conditioner. A lot of people hated having their sweat dripping all over their body so they find a way to avoid it.

Some chose to go to malls, stay long hours in restaurants, or eat cold desserts.

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On the latest episode of the program Salamat Dok, Dr. Maria Encarnita Limpin shared some warnings regarding the dangers of using electric fan and air-conditioner.

The doctor said to make sure the air conditioner is clean when staying in an air-conditioned room.

“May high risk na mag-spread ng infection kasi may mga bacteria na nagta-thrive doon sa aircon na nag-ca-cause ng mga typical pneumonia,” she said.

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Moreover, staying long hours in a cold room is not advisable because it could bring harm to the person’s health.

“Talagang makakasama lalo na kung sa mga taong may hika, and yung kaninlang trigger na hika nila ay yung extremes of temperatures.”

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Dr. Maria Encarnita Limpin said set the electric fan in a rotation mode to let the air circulate. Also, make sure that it is clean to avoid inhaling air that contains dust mites.

On the latter part of the video, the doctor suggested to suggested drinking water frequently.

“Adequately hydrate yourself, uminom ka… may replacement ka nung mga body fluids na nawala sayo,” said Limpin

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